Review Vacancy
AgencyAgriculture & Markets, Department of
TitleStudent Assistant - Public Information Office
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $16.10 to $16.10 Hourly
Workday
Minimum Qualifications Student Intern Program - Eligibility Requirements:
Eligibility
To be considered for the New New York Leaders: Student Intern Program, students must:
• Be a United States citizen or foreign national eligible to work in the United States
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Be actively enrolled in a New York State college, university, or graduate program, or be a resident of New York State, attending a college, university, or graduate program outside of New York State*
• Have completed a minimum of one (1) year as a student at a degree-granting two or four-year college or university (completion of one year's worth of academic credits over a longer period may qualify part-time students for participation in the program), or be a currently enrolled graduate student or accepted in a graduate degree program
• Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, or the letter grade equivalent
Professional Skills
A student intern should have the following skills:
• Analytical and evaluative skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Organizational skills, efficiency, and flexibility
• Computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft products (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email software, internet searching, and other programs
Applicants may come from any academic discipline. Candidates must be available to work at assigned New York State offices. Opportunities are available statewide.
* For Summer Internship applicants only: Attending a New York State school or being a New York State resident is not required.
Preferred Skills: The ideal candidate will have knowledge of social media; graphic design experience; video shooting and editing experience (using a smartphone);strong writing skills; valid Driver’s License; and knowledge of/experience in fields related to Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Events Management, and Agriculture.
Duties Description Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and become an integral part of a team dedicated to fostering a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefits both producers and consumers alike. Here, you can cultivate your career in a dynamic environment that values innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. With a wide range of opportunities spanning from environmental science to economic development, you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to join our team, and you’ll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier, stronger New York.
Position Information:
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking a dedicated and motivated Student Assistant to join the Public Information team in Albany, NY. As a Student Assistant, you will support agency programs by performing a variety of duties that include assisting the Social Media Manager in creating editorial calendars, planning, and scheduling content for promotion across the Department's social media platforms, generating content such as writing posts, taking photos and videos, under the guidance of the Social Media Manager, and assisting with monthly industry-specific campaign development. You will also have the chance to write content for the Department's monthly newsletter, research and build agricultural media distribution lists, and help with additional clerical duties related to program administrative responsibilities.
This is a temporary position located at the Department of Agriculture and Markets headquarters at 10B Airline Drive in Albany, NY. We provide a professional and comfortable working environment with ample free parking. The target start date of this position is July 1, 2024, and end date of September 4, 2024. This position offers 20-30 hours per week with a pay rate of $16.10 per hour.
If you have a passion for agriculture and social media and want to make a difference, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and skills!
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov
Address
Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates must create a Civil Service Account and apply through the Department of Civil Service Intern Program Portal. You can view this Student Assistant posting on the Civil Service website: https://nysinternships.cs.ny.gov/nnyl/main/viewinternship.cfm?IntID=110043&Sort=title&County=All&Agency=06000&Standing=All&Interest=All&Concentration=All&Down=
Use this link to create a Civil Service account in order to access the Portal: https://nysinternships.cs.ny.gov/login/?tlsd=/nnyl/secure/intern/index.cfm
The deadline to apply for this internship through the portal is April 24, 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact Amy Sacco in Human Resources at (518) 457-3216 or HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.