Communications Co-op Spring 2025

Job Description

Position Summary

The MassDOT Communications Office oversees media relations for the four MassDOT divisions: Highway, Rail and Transit, Aeronautics, and the Registry of Motor Vehicles. The office is responsible for getting information to reporters, writing advisories and press releases, and providing information for MassDOT social media. The office also schedules public events and news conferences. Coordination with other state agencies, elected officials, non-profits, and municipalities is an essential part of the work done here. The goal of the Communications Team is to provide accurate and concise information in a timely manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of information between the media, division heads, and senior staff.
• Research ongoing issues and attend public meetings and events.
• Receive and respond to media inquiries in an accurate and timely manner.
• Confer with staff in order to exchange information, coordinate efforts, and obtain information concerning projects and activities.
• Write and edit advisories and press releases as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship experience is preferred, but not required.
• Computer proficiency, including the ability to develop and analyze spreadsheets, databases, and reports.
• Applicants must be highly organized to meet the priorities of this office for accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office is preferred.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth's residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT's inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT's divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

Qualifications

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
• For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.