Marketing & Communications Intern

Marketing & Communications Intern

Overview

The Supplier Diversity Office (SDO), an agency within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Executive Office for Administration and Finance, is seeking a Marketing & Communications Intern to support the day-to-day work of the SDO’s Marketing and Communications team.

This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in communications, social media, graphic design, and content development while supporting the SDO’s mission of serving diverse and small businesses throughout the Commonwealth.

The intern will work closely with the SDO’s Communications Director and collaborate with staff across the agency to develop engaging, audience-focused communications. Responsibilities will include creating and scheduling social media content, designing flyers and other promotional materials in Canva, and drafting and reviewing a variety of communications, including internal messages, newsletter content, and other outreach materials.

About the Supplier Diversity Office

The Supplier Diversity Office works to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in state contracting by supporting diverse and small businesses and connecting them with opportunities to do business with the Commonwealth.

The SDO certifies eligible minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, disability-owned, LGBT-owned, and small businesses and works with Commonwealth agencies to advance supplier diversity.

Learn more about the SDO at www.mass.gov/sdo.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Work closely with the SDO’s Communications Director and other SDO teams to identify communications needs and develop clear, engaging content for appropriate audiences.
• Draft and edit communications such as emails, newsletter articles, announcements, social media posts, and other outreach materials.
• Help plan, create, and schedule content for the SDO’s LinkedIn social media account.
• Create flyers, event materials, social media graphics, and other promotional materials using Canva.
• Assist with maintaining a consistent and professional voice and visual identity across SDO communications.
• Participate in internal meetings to learn about SDO programs, initiatives, events, and communications priorities.
• Help promote SDO programs, events, resources, and opportunities to diverse and small businesses throughout Massachusetts.
• Review communications and marketing materials for clarity, accuracy, grammar, and consistency.
• Provide general communications and marketing support for special projects and initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the SDO’s Communications Director.

What the Intern Will Gain

This internship provides practical experience in a professional government communications environment. The intern will have the opportunity to build skills in:

• Social media content development and planning
• Professional and public-facing writing
• Editing and proofreading
• Graphic design using Canva
• Marketing and outreach
• Audience-focused communications
• Collaboration with teams across a state agency

The position is well suited for someone interested in communications, marketing, public relations, public service, government, or related fields who is eager to develop professional experience while contributing to the SDO’s mission.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

• Have strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with different audiences.
• Be familiar with social media platforms, particularly LinkedIn, and have an interest in creating engaging digital content.
• Be organized, dependable, and motivated, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Be comfortable interacting professionally with colleagues, partners, and members of the public.
• Have an interest in graphic design and familiarity with Canva, or a willingness to learn.
• Demonstrate an interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion and in the mission of public service.
• Be customer-focused and able to work collaboratively and respectfully with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
• Be comfortable using common workplace technology, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Be curious and adaptable, with the ability and willingness to learn new technology and digital tools.
• Demonstrate good judgment, initiative, and a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.

************Important Application Instructions*****************

Please carefully follow the instructions below when uploading your resume and cover letter. Due to the way the application system processes attachments, your documents may not be received by the SDO unless these steps are completed.

To ensure that we receive your application materials, please follow each of the steps below:

How to upload your resume & cover letter during the application process:

Interested candidates should submit both a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the position through MassCareers.

When uploading your documents, you must:

• “Choose File” under File Attachments.
• Enter “Comments about the file” – this is the file name (ex: Your Name - Resume).
• Check the Relevant Files box for both your resume and cover letter. Attachments that are not marked as "Relevant Files" will not be included with your application.
• Check the Resume box for your resume document.

Please do not contact the SDO via phone, email or social media to inquire about the status of your application. If you need any support with submitting your application, please refer to MassCareers Resources | Mass.gov.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

The Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential to our mission and to our success serving the Commonwealth's diverse and small businesses. We value an inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, empowered to contribute, and encouraged to bring their unique skills and ideas to our work. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and communities to apply and join us in building a workforce that reflects the diversity of those we serve while advancing equitable opportunities across the Commonwealth.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Please see Preferred Qualifications.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100%25 of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.