College Intern

City of Akron • Akron, OH

21h

About The Position

This is a training-level internship in the Recreation - Esports division, conducted in conjunction with a college or university baccalaureate or graduate program. The intern supports professional personnel as part of a coordinated program of employment and instruction leading to a degree. Work varies according to the student’s degree program and the organization’s needs. Interns receive training, assist with projects, gather and analyze information, and develop knowledge of the methods, procedures, and standards needed for successful work. Departments may have additional coursework or degree preferences. Internships are offered on an ongoing basis as participating departments have needs, and applications remain on file for one year. Students must remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program to maintain employment eligibility. Participation also requires following the department work plan, completing assignments satisfactorily and on time, adhering to City and department policies, and participating in program evaluations and an exit interview. Interns generally work fewer than 28 hours per week unless a participating department specifically requires additional hours.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED.
• At least 48 quarter hours or 32 semester hours completed.
• Current enrollment in a degree-seeking program at an accredited college or university in a field related to the internship.
• Knowledge of basic research methods and techniques.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to operate personal computers.
• Remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program to maintain employment eligibility.
• Submit a completed online application, official transcript from the school currently attended, and a writing sample.
• Be available for an in-person panel interview if meeting the hiring division’s requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Departments or divisions may seek students with specific coursework or degrees.
• Akron residents who have lived within the city limits for at least one year immediately before the examination and continue to reside there throughout the selection process receive five points added to passing grades.
• Veterans with an honorable discharge may receive five points added to a passing grade by submitting a DD-214 with the application.

Responsibilities

• Receive training and perform duties supporting professional personnel within an assigned City department or division.
• Perform work based on the degree program and organizational need.
• Complete tasks to acquire knowledge of relevant methods, procedures, and standards.
• Assist with assigned projects.
• Contact City departments, divisions, outside agencies, or citizens to gather information as needed.
• Collect, compile, and analyze data.
• Assist in preparing reports.
• Follow the department work plan and complete assignments in a timely and satisfactory manner.
• Participate in evaluation sessions, including the end-of-program evaluation and exit interview.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED