City Council Intern

City of Riverside • Riverside, CA

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About The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications to fill up to three City Council Intern vacancies. The City Council Office internship offers hands-on experience in local government, public service, and community engagement. Interns work alongside Council Office staff and a City Councilmember to support daily operations, contribute to community initiatives, and learn how local government serves residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. The role also offers opportunities to build communication, research, organizational, and professional skills through public service projects.

The internship is funded by the Youth Service Corps Grant, which focuses on education, food insecurity, climate change, and public service. Grant-funded interns work 19 hours per week in a City of Riverside department, take a monthly training course, and meet with a job coach. The job classification is General Service Worker; City Council Intern is the working title. The position reports to City Council Assistants. An eligibility list may be used to fill current or upcoming vacancies in this classification for up to six months.

Requirements

• Be between 16 and 30 years old to qualify for the Youth Service Corps program.
• Meet at least two of the following criteria: have not participated in an AmeriCorps program; may have difficulty finding employment; be low income; be unemployed and/or out of school; be or have been justice involved; be in or transitioning from foster care; or be engaged with the mental health or substance abuse system.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Complete assignments on time and accurately.
• Apply problem-solving and structured thinking skills in performing duties.
• Work independently and in a diverse, collaborative environment.
• Submit a completed employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

Nice To Haves

• Strong interest in public service and public policy.
• Graduate student status is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support City Council Assistants with event coordination, project management, and community outreach.
• Research and analyze local government policies, programs, and community issues.
• Attend City Council meetings.
• Attend community events and assist with planning special projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed