EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Town of Lexington
We are currently accepting applications for the part time temporary (15-17 Hours per week) position of:
Marketing Intern
Economic Development
Hourly Rate: $15.00-$17.00
No benefits
The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form must be received in the Town’s Human Resource Department.
GENERALSUMMARY:
The Town of Lexington is seeking applications for an Economic Development Intern with a passion for marketing, graphic design, social media, collaboration, and creativity. The intern will actively contribute to meaningful projects and work closely with Economic Development and Visitors Center Staff. We are looking for someone who is proactive and a self-starter who likes to keep busy.
RESPONSIBILITES
Will work with Economic Development and Visitor Center staff to:
- Create graphics from templates
- Monitor and create content for social media platforms
- Design materials such as brochures
- Maintain and archive files and perform regular job file backup
- Contribute to the creation of mock-ups and digital content
- Create graphics for merchandise
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize and analyze significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
- High-school or equivalent
- Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and other graphic design software
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to:
- Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, and maintain effective work relationships.
- Work well in times of stress, performing multiple tasks at one time.
- Be organized and detailed-oriented with ability to execute work under tight deadlines.
- Work collaboratively and effectively with various departments.
- Demonstrate & practice effective interpersonal communication, presentation, problem solving and analytical skills.
Schedule: Internship 15-17 hours per week September-June 2025
Salary: $15-$17/hour, no benefits.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed in a normal office environment, not subject to extreme variations of temperature, noise, odors, etc. May be required to crouch, crawl, stand for long periods of time and lift computer equipment.
Office equipment (personal computer, computer peripherals, telephone, calculator, copier, mobile devices, facsimile, etc.), servers, network equipment, testing equipment, small hand tools and passenger vehicle. Must be sighted and able to perceive and discriminate colors and visual cues. Must be able to perceive and discriminate sounds and speak at a normal rate of conversation. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color discrimination and the ability to adjust focus. Work involves extended periods of sitting while using a keyboard and mouse, which requires eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.
APPLICATION PROCESS
All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available on the Town’s website, emailing jobs@lexingtonma.gov, calling (781) 698-4590 or by visiting the Human Resources Department. Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information, but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required application form.
CORI screening required.
The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form must be received in the Town’s Human Resource Department
The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or accept applications after the deadline, to best serve the interest of the community.
After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application.
Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Human Resources Department.
Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the:
Human Resources Department
Town of Lexington
1625 Massachusetts Avenue
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 698-4590
