NOTE: This summer internship is for up to 13 weeks, starting from the first day of the internship and ending no later than September 4, 2026. Interns are expected to work 35 hours per week in person.

Social Media and Marketing Recruitment Intern, HREX

Job Description

About the Team:

At the NYC Department of Buildings, we are responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. As an Agency, we are committed to remaining a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. As an employer, we are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable, and transparent.

The Office of Human Resources and Employee Experience (HREX) is responsible for ensuring that the Department complies with applicable labor and employment laws and City and Agency rules and policies. The unit provides guidance to managers and employees on a variety of topics including recruitment, employment, civil service, job and organizational design, labor relations, youth programs, benefits, wellness, performance evaluations, salary administration, timekeeping, and time and leave administration.


Position Responsibilities:

Under the direction and supervision of the Senior Recruitment Officer, the intern will:

- Assist in the creative process of making and editing recruitment videos for the Agency’s social media channels and branding, graphic design for logos, and marketing materials.

- Assist with creating promotional content and materials for online and print ads for open positions for the Agency

- Assist with the planning, organizing, and execution of NYC Department of Buildings job fairs, and recruitment events

- Attend job fairs and recruitment events

- Research and assess social and workforce trends to support the implementation of the Agency’s branding and recruitment strategies



Major/ Field of Study

- Graphic Design, Marketing, Film, Video Production, Media Arts, Photography, Communications, Media Studies, Advertising, Branding, and Public Relations

- Portfolio required if selected for an interview.

SUMMER COLLEGE INTERN - 10234

As of June of the Program year the prospective intern must be a student matriculated in a college or be a recent college graduate (winter/spring term of the Program year).
NOTE: Appointment to this title is only valid for the duration of the Program, June - August each year.

- Strong interest in social media, content creation, and storytelling - Comfortable in design software like Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Understanding design principles, and demonstrating creativity and adaptability - Comfortable using a camera for both video and photography - Basic knowledge of film editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) and other relevant programs (e.g., After Effects) - Creative thinker who isn’t afraid to pitch ideas - Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment - Attention to detail is strongly preferred - Familiarity with lighting equipment and audio recording devices

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

This internship does not require residency in a specific location however, interns must report to the work site in person.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.