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Applicants MUST email ana.alcantara@mocs.nyc.gov for their applications to be considered; see “To Apply” below.

 

Organizational Profile:

The Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) oversees and supports the procurement activities of City agencies, with a goal to ensure fairness, transparency, efficiency and cost effectiveness. The Director is the City Chief Procurement Officer. Annually, agencies procure billions in products and services from a diverse pool of vendors that represent various industries. MOCS partners with industry groups to implement policies and tools that streamline and modernize procurement, resulting in the delivery of quality services to New Yorkers. Team members operate in a fast-paced, collaborative, service-oriented environment, where flexibility and ability to achieve results are valued.

About Division/Unit:

The Communications Unit is a branch of the Change Office division. Under the guidance and supervision of the Communications Director, the Communications Intern will assist with research, writing assignments, digital content creation, social media and constituent engagement. 

Intern Responsibilities:

  • Develop media lists
  • Track media coverage and send out daily clip reports
  • Conduct research on a wide range of topics
  • Monitor and contribute to the agency's social media accounts
  • Assist with external engagement coordination and execution
  • Assist with drafting external communications
  • Assist the communications team in its day-to-day operations
  • Assist in archiving and cataloging digital media resource content
  • Review and edit internal digital content
  • Create of stock content

Preferred Skills:

  • Excellent writing and communications skills
  • Organizational and strong writing skills required, and ability to work in a team-like environment
  • Willingness to work with a growing team in a fast-paced environment
  • Be a dynamic team player
  • Relevant field of study or past internship experience in communications, media, web/graphic design, analytics, film, or writing for PR or digital media
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, YouTube, Canva, all Social Media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) and Mondays.com is a plus but not required

Learning Outcomes:

Exposure to government communications and constituent engagement. Learn skills needed to create and implement a strategic communications plan. 

Additional Information:

Please note: All internship candidates must pass a fingerprint screening as well as NYPD background check. 

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited degree program.

Additional Information

To best serve the City we represent, MOCS seeks individuals from a variety of backgrounds who can bring different perspectives to contribute to the work of the office. MOCS also seeks candidates who want to contribute to a work environment that values teamwork, inclusion and respect.

To Apply

Applicants MUST email resume, cover letter, writing sample, and two (2) references to: ana.alcantara@mocs.nyc.gov and reference the position and desired internship term in the email subject line to be considered.

Mayor’s Office of Contract Services is an equal opportunity employer. Mayor’s Office of Contract Services recognizes the unique skills and strengths gained through military service. Veterans and service members of the U.S. Armed Forces are strongly encouraged to apply. Special accommodations provided to applicants with disabilities. Please contact MOCS Disability Service Facilitator at disabilityaffairs@mocs.nyc.gov or 212-298-0734 only to request an accommodation. No other phone calls or personal inquiries permitted. 

Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted.

Public Svc Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Work Location

255 Greenwich Street, 9th Floor New York, NY 10007

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.