Cantone Ticino
Bellinzona
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A part-time (80%) – full-time (100%) intern at the Department of Health and Social Affairs
- 29 January 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- Bellinzona
Job summary
Join the Department of Health and Social Services as an intern! Gain valuable experience in public communication and social media management.
Tasks
- Assist in developing the DSS's social media communication strategy.
- Update the editorial plan for DSS social media pages.
- Create and publish engaging content across various platforms.
Skills
- Must be a student or recent grad in communication, journalism, or marketing.
- Familiarity with major social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook.
- Basic video editing skills for creating short, informative content.
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About the job
Class and annual salary (including 13th month):
CHF 1,800.-- (awaiting bachelor degree or with completed bachelor)
CHF 2,000.-- (with completed master)
Tasks:
- collaborate in developing the communication strategy on social media for the Department of Health and Social Affairs (DSS);
- update the editorial plan for the DSS social pages (Instagram and Facebook)
- create and publish content – posts, stories, and videos – on social channels
- contribute to creating online information and awareness activities
- work with department services to gather information and create informative content
- monitor and analyze social media page analytics to measure strategy effectiveness
- monitor online interactions with followers and handle any responses
- monitor trends and best practices in the social media field
Requirements:
- student or graduate in communication, journalism, marketing, or related field
- knowledge of social media: familiarity with main social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.) and ability to manage content on each
- experience with design tools: proficiency in software such as Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or similar to create visual content
- ability to write clear, engaging texts suitable for different targets
- basic video editing skills to produce short and informative content
- knowledge of social media management and analysis tools
- empathy and sensitivity
- good creativity, autonomy, and proactivity
- flexibility and adaptability
- knowledge of English and one official language
- willingness to work in a team and collaborate with various figures within the public entity
Special notes:
- candidates who obtained their bachelor or master more than one year ago are not eligible for the internship
- benefits:
- practical experience in public communication and social media management
- opportunity to work for a significant public cause and community service
- chance to contribute to strategic communication projects for the public entity
- motivation to follow developments and work in the digital sector of public administration
Application conditions:
- applications must be submitted online. Other forms of application will not be accepted
- in addition to documents to be submitted at the time of online application (cover letter and motivation, curriculum vitae, diplomas, certificates, and work attestations), additional documentation may be requested later (criminal record with self-certification and health status self-certification)
Employment conditions:
working hours: 42 hours per week (for a 100% employment relationship), flexible or according to service needs
Deadline:
February 11, 2026
Further information can be obtained from Ms. Chiara Scapozza, communication manager of the DSS, tel. 091 814 38 67.
