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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Communications, Digital Accessibility & Multimedia... - **Company:** City of Durham - **Location:** Durham, NC, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $43,680.0 - $47,736.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Web Accessibility, Adobe Creative Cloud, Web Content Management Systems, Digital Assets, Digital Content, Information Sciences, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Pages, Web Platforms, WordPress, Network Support, Adobe Suites - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gkjt41 ## About the Role * Current undergraduate or graduate student in communications, public relations, journalism, digital media, accessibility, information science, or a related field. * Strong writing, editing, and storytelling abilities. * Interest in social media strategy, accessibility, multimedia, and public sector communications. * Comfort with or interest in learning captioning tools, CMS platforms, analytics dashboards, and video equipment. * Familiarity with basic editing tools (Canva Pro, Adobe Express, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to work independently while collaborating across a dynamic team. 01, Are you currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program for communications, public relations, journalism, digital media, accessibility, information science, or a related field?, Do you have experience using any digital content or design tools (for example: Canva, Adobe Express, Adobe Creative Suite)? + Yes, I have experience + No, I do not have experience + I have limited experience but am comfortable learning 05 Are you comfortable reviewing digital content for accuracy, accessibility, and clarity (including checking captions, alt text, or readability issues)?, Do you have experience using or learning web content management systems (e.g., WordPress or other CMS platforms)?, Are you able to perform basic photo/video tasks such as capturing b-roll, helping with equipment setup, or making simple edits? ## Description Work, Serve, Thrive. With the City of Durham Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve. Hiring Range: $21.00 - $22.95 Hourly Work Day/Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday (15-20 hours per week) The City of Durham's Communications Department tells the City's story through strategic communications across digital platforms, social media, television, and the news media. This position will serve as the City's lead for employee/internal communications, helping City staff stay informed, engaged, and connected to the services and programs that support them. The Communications, Digital Accessibility & Multimedia Intern will support the City of Durham's Communications team by assisting with website accessibility, digital content development, social media content support, multimedia production, analytics reporting, and content organization. The intern will support the implementation of the City's communications strategy, which emphasizes trust building, authentic storytelling, educational outreach, and alignment with Strategic Plan priorities. This role increases capacity for proactive storytelling and Citywide digital compliance while supporting Federal requirements for WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility by April 2027. The intern will also support Durham Television Network through caption review and multimedia production support. The internship provides experience across multiple communications disciplines and strengthens the City's local communications talent pipeline. Duties/Responsibilities Website & Accessibility Support * Assist with accessibility audits of high-traffic web pages to help achieve WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance. * Support departments in identifying areas for improved clarity, accessibility, and prioritization during webpage updates. * Provide support to ~160 decentralized content editors across 25 departments. * Help with quarterly accessibility checks, documentation, and large department webpage audits. Digital Content, Social Media & Storytelling * Support implementation of the City's existing communications strategy through content that builds trust, tells authentic stories, and educates the public on Strategic Plan priorities. * Brainstorm evergreen content ideas (ex: day-in-the-life features, "services you didn't know about"). * Assist the Senior Public Information & Communications Analyst dedicated to social media by gathering content, editing photos/videos/graphics, and preparing draft posts for review. * Support Citywide and departmental editorial calendars. * Pitch ideas for short multimedia video segments that align with the communications strategy. Digital Asset & Documentation Support * Help collect, organize, and maintain digital assets (photos, videos, graphics) for a Citywide content library. * Help organize shared documentation, templates, and brand-aligned materials. Durham Television Network Support * Assist with post-meeting closed captioning for City Council, Work Session, and Planning Commission meetings using captioning software. * Review and correct automated captions to ensure accuracy and accessibility. * Support video production activities as assigned, including helping on video shoots, setting up equipment, capturing basic b-roll footage, and assisting with presentations during live-meeting productions. Early City Work Alerts Support * Assist with gathering updates from departments and verifying accuracy for the road closure/work map. * Help prepare and distribute Early City Work Alerts. * Support exploration of adding facility reports or expanding alerting options., Occasional evening support for City Council or Planning Commission meetings may be requested with advance notice. Are you able to accommodate occasional evening hours?, This internship involves handling a high volume of digital files, documentation, and multimedia assets. 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