Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyLabor, Department of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleCommunications Internship - Hourly - Albany

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $16.85 to $19.83 Hourly

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class "Other" (generally Military Law positions)

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week TBD

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 9 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 5 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County New York

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue

Bldg 12

The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code12226

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description We are seeking a motivated Summer Intern to assist with our Communications Office!

The intern will:
•Support our marketing team in planning, developing and executing marketing initiatives.
•Conduct research on industry trends, audience engagement, and best practices in digital marketing.
•Assist in creating and writing marketing materials.
•Support the planning and execution of social media campaigns.
•Help coordinate public outreach efforts, including stakeholder engagement.
•Collaborate with team members on creative projects, including video and graphic content.
•Bring original ideas that will reach the diverse audience of New York’s workforce.
Learning objectives:
• Gain real-world experience in government marketing and communications.
• Build a professional portfolio with diverse projects.
• Network with experienced communications professionals in public affairs

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a student currently enrolled in upcoming/current college courses.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in government, labor policy, or public service is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with design software (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.


Degree Concentrations Requested:
Communications
Public Relations
Journalism
Marketing
OR a related field

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Our mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers—the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: https://dol.ny.gov/about-us

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Olivia LaBay

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 518-457-1020

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax EFax: 5184742871@fax.ny.gov

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address labor.sm.personnel.jva@labor.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street NYS Department of Labor

State Office Campus, Building 12, Room 561

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12226

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingAll candidates must submit a written resume and a cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. These documents must be received by July 1, 2025 and submitted via email to labor.sm.personnel.jva@labor.ny.gov or mailed to the NYS Department of Labor, Personnel Bureau, Building 12, Room 561, State Office Campus, Albany, NY 12226. You must include, Vacancy ID 184169, Communications Internship - Albany in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in a delay of processing your application.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.

New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEIA), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575.