Communications Intern

Job Details

Date:
Jul 17, 2026 | Locate: AUSTIN, TX |

Title:

Research Specialist I (Communications Intern) | Agency:
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) | Department:
Deputy Chief Financial Officer | Position Type:
Regular, Part‑time | Shift: Day | Telework:
Eligible | Salary: $1,704.91 – $2,547.08 Monthly | Closing Date:
July 31, 2026

If you want to jump‑start a public service career with an inside look at how a state agency operates, an internship with HHSC’s Chief Financial Officer is right for you. This paid internship is primarily a communications position in the Business Support unit, which helps keep the HHS Finance Division running smoothly and supports innovation. Assignments may be tailored to the candidate’s skills and interests, providing opportunities to learn the variety of skills that make up work in a communications shop.

• Write and edit division newsletter articles and staff emails. (40%)
• Distribute Gov Delivery emails and design SharePoint content. (30%)
• Review and edit newsletter content and emails, as well as PowerPoint and SharePoint content. (15%)
• Create visual and multimedia materials to support messaging using existing templates and guides. (10%)
• Perform other duties as assigned. (5%)

• Basic writing and editing using Associated Press style, plain language, and internal newsletter standards.
• Page design concepts for flyers, brochures, other print publications, websites, PowerPoint, or SharePoint.

• Writing and editing newsletter articles and content for digital publications.
• Writing and editing staff emails and instructions.
• Using Microsoft Word, Teams, and related software.

• Follow review processes designed to reduce errors and misinformation.
• Follow professional standards in daily email and Teams communications within the team and to a broader internal audience.
• Participate in virtual meetings, effectively communicate with team members, and complete assignments while working in a hybrid in‑office/work‑from‑home environment.

College student with at least 60 hours in journalism, communications, public relations, English/writing, or other related fields; and experience in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Samples of published website articles or graded samples and contact information for the instructor are required.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at  If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E‑Verify. You must bring your I‑9 documentation on your first day of work.

This position may be eligible for telework. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.