Intern-Community Affairs

Job Description:

Intern-Community Affairs

Description

The Position:

Summary:

The Community Affairs Intern will assist in classroom presentations, community events, and district tours; assist in the coordination of annual educational events such as the Splash Into Spring, Student Art Program, and the Storm Games booth; Draft social media posts and content; Assist in community outreach for local programs and represent the District at selected local functions and water and/or organizational functions, including those occurring outside normal working hours; Produce, shoot and edit videos; and Take photos of district assets and personnel. Compensation is $20.00 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Support calendars, agendas, weekly updates and monthly accomplishment summaries.
• Maintain inventory and assist with bill inserts and newsletter preparation.
• Assist with community events, school programs and District tours.
• Produce simple Canva designs and support email and form creation.
• Support social media drafting, event photography, video assistance and vendor coordination.
• Manage assigned outreach tasks and provide general administrative support.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Currently pursuing or recent completion of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in communication, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
• Knowledge of concepts, practices, procedures, methods, and techniques used in public relations, media relations and community outreach.
• Excellent customer service skills, along with effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the basic operations, services, and activities of a public information and community out-reach program. Familiarity with Canva or Adobe Suite is a plus.
• Knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License.

Compensation:

• CalPERS Retirement is provided using the 2% at age 62 formula for “New/PEPRA” Members.
• Flexible Work Schedule (Max 30 Hours per Week)
• Stipend $20 per hour

Our Mission: To manage our natural resources to provide reliable, cost efficient and high quality water and wastewater services for the communities we serve, while promoting conservation, environmental responsibility, educations, community interaction, ethical behavior and recognizing employees as highly valuable assets.

The Water Employee Services Authority: WESA was established as a joint powers authority between the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District and Meeks & Daley Water Company. As a joint powers authority, WESA provides professional water and wastewater services to both agencies. WESA is committed to:

• Professionalism-Demonstrating competency while maintaining a professional demeanor and upholding a reputation for expertise, efficiency, and high quality through delivery of information, services, and products.
• Enthusiasm-Possessing a strong drive for learning, innovation, forward thinking, and the overall desire to do your job well.
• Transparency-Demonstrating high moral standards in principles, intentions and actions; conduct that encourages loyalty, integrity, and trust.
• Inclusiveness-Promoting respect and teamwork through communication and appreciation for all.
• Stewardship-Taking ownership and responsibility for assigned responsibilities, while demonstrating a proactive, positive willingness to serve.

The Application Process: If you are interested in this opportunity, submit a completed WESA employment application online at www.wesawater.com. Resumes and certifications may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. This opportunity will be opened until filled with a first review date of Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

For questions and inquiries, please contact: Skyler Munson: [email protected]; (951) 674-3146 ext. 8224.

Salary:

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