College Intern Communications - Spring 2027

• All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.
• Organization: Youth Services - Central Office
• Agency Contact Name and Information: [email protected]

Work Location

• Compensation: Negotiable based on experience
• Schedule: Temporary - Part Time
• Work Hours: Flexible
• Classified Indicator: Unclassified
• Union: Exempt from union
• Primary Job Skill: Internship
• Futures Start Here!
• Connection | Collaboration | Commitment | Correction

About Us…

We are a dedicated team of juvenile justice professionals committed to transforming and saving young lives. We believe in a future where every young person thrives and contributes to a safer, stronger Ohio!

DYS is the juvenile corrections system for the state of Ohio. DYS is statutorily mandated to confine felony offenders, ages 10-21, who have been adjudicated and committed by one of Ohio's 88 county juvenile courts. During their stay with DYS, youth are engaged in programming that is designed to address their criminological and behavioral needs. DYS reaches thousands of youth in facilities and those on parole.

Our Values…

• ·Connection: We respect everyone. We don’t tear them down.
• ·Collaboration: We work together. We don’t go alone.
• ·Commitment: We step up. We don’t give up.
• ·Correction: We create change. We don’t stay the same.
• To learn more about DYS, please visit our website here.

What You'll Do…

The Ohio Department of Youth Services is seeking a College Intern to work on our Communications team. As an intern with our department, you will gain hands-on experience working with professionals in a number of areas. The position will allow you to connect your classroom knowledge with real-world experience.

This role will assist the communications team in performing various duties. This includes but is not limited to:

Prepare public relations materials such as newsletters and fact sheets

Assist with social media scheduling and reviewing news clips

Write articles and assist on video shoots

Assist with website updates and edits

Help maintain distribution lists and communication channels

Create graphic designs and infographics

Attend meetings and take notes when needed

What’s in it for you…

• Flexible work hours
• Paid internship
• Real-world experience
• The opportunity to work for an agency with an important mission

BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

DYS is a “qualifying employer” for purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness [PSLF] program.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
• *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university working towards a degree in Communications, Journalism, or related major.
• Must be able to show proof of academic enrollment.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.