Oklahoma Department of Commerce Internship 2022

900 N. Stiles Avenue Oklahoma City, OK 73104, USA 405-815-5251 | Toll Free 800-588-5959 OKCOMMERCE.GOV 
Oklahoma Department of Commerce  

Oklahoma Department of Commerce 

Internship 2022 

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce is the primary economic development entity in the State. Our mission is to help create an environment where economic growth can occur. Our job is to bring jobs, investment, and economic prosperity to the state of Oklahoma. Through dynamic partnerships and innovative collaborations with companies, universities, not-for-profit organizations, and government leaders, we are building a business environment that supports business growth and shared community prosperity. 

Internship Overview: This ten-week summer internship is responsible for increasing awareness of the services offered through our Agency, assisting plan and execute events, create summaries of policies 

being created through the Oklahoma legislature, and completing goals set forth by the Executive 

Division. The main divisions within the Agency include Business Development, Research, Marketing, Community Development, Main Street, Workforce as well as support teams. Interns are responsible for arranging their own housing. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Work on administrative projects in the various divisions 

• Create social media content for events, policies, services or other relevant materials 

• Attend meetings, trainings or other events with Commerce Associates 

• Assist with various community development projects 

• Draft summaries or fact sheets for legislation 

• Complete research on a variety of related topics 

• Write press releases and other materials 

• Take phone calls 

• Assist in event planning and project creation 

• Create interview preparation materials 

• Compile contact lists 

• Create or update databases 

Skills and Specifications 

• Business, Public Relations, Marketing, Research, Community Development, Political Science or other applicable majors preferred 

• Interest in the economic development industry 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Solid understanding of social media 

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications 

Benefits 

• Practical public relations experience working directly with business and political leaders 

• Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with skilled economic development professionals 

• Opportunity to participate in networking events and company meetings 

• In person internship with the flexibility for work from home options when needed 

• Paid internship ($15 per hour about 20 hours a week) 

Please submit the following with your application: 

1. Cover Letter 

2. Resume 

3. College Transcript 

4. Essay – not to exceed 500 words total for both questions 

a. What are your expectations for this internship? 

b. Why do you think you should be chosen for this internship and what current skills that you have would you apply to it? 

HOW TO SUBMIT: Use the following link Oklahoma Department of Commerce Internship Application (jotform.com) 

APPLICATIONS DUE BY 5:00 p.m. ON MARCH 4, 2022 

Office Location: 

Oklahoma Dept of Commerce 

900 N Stiles Ave 

Oklahoma City, OK 73104