Part Time Communications Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
The Wisconsin DOT has an exciting internship opportunity as a Digital Content Intern (Communication Specialist) in the Office of Workforce, Innovation and Budget that will focus on projects to maintain online content and manage high-profile project websites. This position provides on-the-job training and real-world experience in working with photography, videography and the new Projects Hub, an ArcGIS platform. This is a great opportunity for anyone in communications, journalism, marketing or public relations who'd like to utilize their skills in creating and maintaining web products.
This position is headquartered at the Hill Farms Office in Madison, WI.
This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms Office at least 2 days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are still expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.
This intern position is part-time during the school year. This position may begin as full-time during the summer. Students who have already graduated are ineligible. However, students who have graduated from an undergraduate program but are enrolled in or entering a graduate program are eligible.
WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we provide:

• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals and overall well-being

LTE positions assist in the development of your skills and experience and offer growth potential via opportunities to join our team in a permanent role! For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here .
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.
Every day, WisDOT's Division of Transportation System Development plays the leading role in the upkeep and improvement of nearly 12,000 miles of state highways and bridges used by millions of people. You'll find that behind every barrel is a dedicated team from a wide array of backgrounds including engineering, planning, environmental services, public outreach, real estate, finance and many more. It can be a challenging job, but we think you'll find it's an awfully rewarding one, too.
We're looking for detail-oriented critical thinkers to help deliver a quality program to build, improve and maintain transportation infrastructure throughout the state. We encourage anyone at any point in any career to take a look at WisDOT opportunities and give some thought to how your skills and resume line up. Having a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a passion for creating lasting, impactful work will go a long way here. It's a big system with lots of opportunity and responsibilities.
Are you up for it? At WisDOT, you can Build the Future - NOW.
Position Summary
This position supports internal communication, employee engagement, and workforce development initiatives within the Office of Workforce, Innovation and Budget (OWIB). Primary activities will include maintenance and creation of program content, resources, and guides. This position may aid in the collection and development of visual content by capturing photos and videos of DTSD programs and operations. This position reports to the Division Communications Supervisor.
This position will be responsible for performing the following duties:

• Assisting on digital content projects by writing, editing, and making recommendations on web content, outreach materials, and guides.
• Managing data, files, and digital content.

Salary Information
This position is in schedule-range (07-05) with a salary of $17.00 per hour.
Job Details
This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.
This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and limited to 1,039 hours in 26 consecutive pay periods (1 year).
Wisconsin residency is not required for internship positions. However, all interns are expected to be headquartered and work within the State of Wisconsin. Working outside of Wisconsin will not be approved.
Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have:

• Experience or relevant coursework in creating, editing and publishing digital material
• A basic understanding of shooting photos and video clips (with mobile phone or higher-grade equipment)
• Strong office management, collaboration and organizational skills

Well-qualified candidates will have:

• Experience with content management systems including any of the following: ArcGIS, SharePoint, HTML, CSS
• A demonstrated ability to explain technical concepts in simple terms
• Previous experience doing communications, outreach or website work on behalf of an organization

How To Apply
Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Jamie Pagelow at jamie.pagelow@dot.wi.gov or (608)266-9712.
Deadline to Apply
The application deadline is Thursday, August 20th at 11:59 pm CST.