Intern, Office of Governor Josh Stein – First Lady's Office

Agency

Office of the Governor

Division

Job Classification Title

Student Intern (S)

Position Number

Grade

PORT 12

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

The Office of the First Lady of North Carolina is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to support the work of First Lady Anna Stein. The Intern will focus on the First Lady's digital presence, helping to manage and create content for her Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter accounts. Content will include written copy, photography, and video. Other duties may include monitoring the First Lady's scheduling portal and writing email responses for requests. This internship is an unpaid internship opportunity.

Internship Details:

Location: Raleigh, NC (hybrid)

Time Commitment: 20 hours/week
Term: Spring 2027

Management Preferences

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with social media strategies and platforms.
• Experience with content creation, though not necessarily on a professional level.
• Ability to think creatively and critically for strategic planning of content.
• Time management skills and self-discipline to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and organization.
• Reporting skills.
• Microsoft Office skills.

How to Apply:

Attach the 2 following supplemental documents when applying to the intership.

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

La-Deana Jones McDougald

Recruiter Email:

LADEANA.MCDOUGALD@NC.GOV

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

Important

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