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Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs

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About

The Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs (OATSD(PA)) advises the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Defense on issues related to public information, internal information, community relations, social media, trademarks and the DOD Brand Guide.

The Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs (ATSD(PA)) leads this office and is often dual-hatted as the department’s press secretary, which is the department’s chief spokesperson, providing timely and accurate information to the public, Congress and the news media.

In providing Defense Department information to the public, the Congress and the media, public affairs personnel follow the secretary’s Principles of Information.

OATSD(PA) MISSION STATEMENT

OATSD(PA) serves as DOD’s voice to the world, delivering timely and accurate information on DOD policies, operations, and activities; trusted advice and counsel to DOD leaders; and communication planning and synchronization. Through transparent, strategic engagement, and the development of communication policies, plans, and guidance, OATSD(PA) fosters trust and confidence that enables DOD efforts.

OATSD(PA) VISION STATEMENT

OATSD(PA) strives to achieve communication excellence that sets the example for the Department of Defense while instilling a culture that retains and attracts quality people by prioritizing mental and physical health and professional development.

PUBLIC AFFAIRS RESOURCES

Pentagon Tours DOD News DOD Press Products OATSD(PA) Flickr For the Media Social Media Policy Branding & Trademarks DOD Brand Guide

DOD Public Affairs Internship Program

The Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs (OATSD(PA)) seeks college students for our volunteer internship program, which is an unpaid student internship program managed by the Washington Headquarters Service. Students would work in the headquarters office for DOD Public Affairs. As DOD’s voice to the world, our public affairs team delivers timely and accurate information about DOD’s efforts, advises DOD leaders on communication planning and synchronization, and conducts community and industry engagements to foster trust and confidence in the department.

Interns will work in the Pentagon in one of our key areas, including:

  • Community Engagement
  • Digital Media
  • Strategic Planning and Assessments
  • Press Operations
  • Policy and Executive Services

  • Current college/university enrollment
  • Minimum six-week commitment (eight weeks preferred)
  • Ability to pass security investigation
  • Strong writing and communication skills