College Intern - Planning & Development Services

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The College Intern performs a wide range of activities and projects of varying levels of professional complexity within the area of specialty. This role provides general administrative and clerical support to assist with the department's daily operations. The intern will communicate professionally with staff, clients, and other internal or external contacts to support smooth and efficient workflows. They will assist with entry-level tasks and services aligned with the department’s goals and projects, receiving training, guidance, and mentorship from experienced staff to support professional growth. The intern will also conduct basic research and help prepare summaries, reports, or recommendations based on findings, and contribute to the planning and execution of special projects that support skill development and hands-on learning. Collaboration with other departments and acting as a liaison as needed will support communication and coordination. The incumbent will maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive documents, information, or discussions. Please note that incumbents in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Current enrollment in an accredited college, university, or technical school
Class schedule, transcripts or other documents verifying enrollment must be submitted with application.
Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Provides general administrative and clerical support to assist with the department's daily operations.
Communicates professionally with staff, clients, and other internal or external contacts to support smooth and efficient workflows.
Assists with entry-level tasks and services aligned with the department’s goals and projects.
Receives training, guidance, and mentorship from experienced staff to support professional growth.
Conducts basic research and help prepare summaries, reports, or recommendations based on findings.
Contributes to the planning and execution of special projects that support skill development and hands-on learning.
Collaborates with other departments and act as a liaison as needed to support communication and coordination.
Maintains confidentiality when handling sensitive documents, information, or discussions.