North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs Intern (Fall 2026)

Agency Safety Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety Job Classification Title Student Intern (S) Position Number Grade PORT 12 About Us The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. Description of Work Are you a college student (or recent graduates) seeking an internship in public relations? If so, continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity. This posting is for a part time intern Fall 2026) with the Public Affairs Office at the North Carolina National Guard (NCNG), which is a division of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS). This internship is expected to start on August 24, 2026, and last through October 23, 2026. The work schedule is part time, up to 30 hours per week Monday-Thursday (8am-5pm). The rate of pay is $15.00 per hour. Responsibilities will include: • Developing and writing stories highlighting NC NG soldiers and airmen • Gathering good news stories across the North Carolina National Guard (NCNG) in both visual and written form • Producing products to be used on NCNG social media sites • Working closely with social media managers to improve data mining process The student Intern will have the opportunity to: • Work closely with NCNG Public Affairs Office (PAO) administrative assistance to improve daily task tracker • Work with the NCNG Visual Information Office on gathering and recording product to include photos and video for short- and long-range video production products • Work with the media manager to improve media relations between NCNG and different NC media outlets • Work with the Community Relations Officer to assist with two public relations events. About the North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs Office The NCNC PAO provides timely and accurate information about the NCNG Citizen-Solider and Airmen to members of the public, the media, other agency partners and stakeholders, and state and national leaders. The NCNG PAO provides a single point of contact for public affairs issues and media relations matters and coordinates internal and external communication plans, manages community relations/outreach events, requests for support during public events, supports photo, video, and graphic needs for the organization and when available, provides protocol support. This internship is expected to start on August 24, 2026, and continue through October 23, 2026. The work schedule is part-time (up to 30 hours per week) Monday-Thursday. The rate of pay is $15.00 per hour. We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program. A COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT IS REQUIRED TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY. PLEASE ATTACH YOUR UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S). Please note: The selected intern will be required to provide a letter of recommendation from a professional reference or academic advisor/professor before being hired. Interns will be hired through Temporary Solutions, which operates as the State’s temporary employment agency. As a temporary position there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences ·          DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.       The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.  All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources .     Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.      Management Preferences   o     Must be currently enrolled in college or a recent college graduate. NOTE:  "Recent" graduates are those who have graduated within the last 6 months. o     Must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, English or other related fields. Recent graduates (with the last 6 months) will also be considered. A college transcript is required to determine eligibility.  Please attach your unofficial college transcript(s).  The transcript must include your name, courses/major, and the name of the college/university. Note : Please make sure your application is complete before submitting because the system will not allow you to reapply. (Your college transcript must be attached.) Note : Interns must submit to a background check and fingerprinting or consent to agency onboarding requirements. The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Just