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Job Description
Internship - Communications Department
Looking for a rewarding opportunity to get "hands-on" experience with the largest water provider in San Antonio? San Antonio Water System (SAWS) provides a unique environment where you will experience just that! Our Communications Department is seeking enthusiastic interns. The Communications Department interacts with the community to provide information about SAWS projects and gathers feedback. Interns will be working online and be out in the community helping to share information on SAWS construction projects.
The SAWS Internship Program offers educational and work experience that will provide a base of knowledge that you can build on throughout your life.
Interns may work around their class schedules committing at least several four-hour blocks of time per week during mid-2025 Spring and 2025 Summer semesters. Interns will need to work during core business hours 8-5 and may be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as nights and weekends for supporting SAWS events.
Note: Interns are not to work over 29 hours in a work week (Monday through Friday).
Interns are considered to be temporary employees, and are therefore not eligible for benefits.
Job Description
Job Summary:
Interns will be working online and be out in the community helping to share information on SAWS construction projects.
Essential Functions:- Using SAWS project management software to post construction projects status.
- Gathering updates on construction projects from SAWS staff.
- Taking photos and videos of projects for timely online posts
- Staffing community events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, Business, Marketing or other related areas.
- Intermediate knowledge and experience with MS Office programs (i.e., Word, Outlook, Excel) and online data entry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be self- motivated and organized.
Job Dimensions:- Contact with internal and external customers in person or by phone.
- Analytical skills and experience with entering and reviewing data.
- Teamwork skills and experience for cooperatively working and supporting all customers.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Physical requirements include lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, and kneeling, for periods of time to perform job scope. Working conditions are in an office and field environment. While working in the field, individuals may be exposed to inclement weather conditions, heavy traffic, animals, and insects.
*May be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as nights and weekends for supporting SAWS events.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Closing Date/Time: 2/16/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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