College Intern

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The College Intern performs a range of activities and projects of varying professional complexity within an area of specialty in the Parks and Recreation Department. The intern provides administrative and clerical support, assists with entry-level department tasks, conducts basic research, and contributes to special projects. Experienced staff provide training, guidance, and mentorship to support professional growth and hands-on learning. The intern may collaborate with other departments and serve as a liaison to support communication and coordination. The role may involve handling sensitive or confidential records, documents, plans, decisions, or discussions, which must be kept confidential. Duties may vary depending on specific assignments. Successful program completion is overseen by the Intern Coordinator.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current enrollment in an accredited college, university, or technical school.
Submit a class schedule, transcripts, or other documents verifying enrollment with the application.
Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintain a valid license while employed.
Successfully complete a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
Adhere to all County safety guidelines.
Complete all FEMA training assigned to the position.
Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Provide general administrative and clerical support for the department’s daily operations.
Communicate professionally with staff, clients, and other internal or external contacts to support efficient workflows.
Assist with entry-level tasks and services aligned with department goals and projects.
Receive training, guidance, and mentorship from experienced staff.
Conduct basic research and help prepare summaries, reports, or recommendations based on findings.
Contribute to planning and executing special projects that support skill development and hands-on learning.
Collaborate with other departments and act as a liaison as needed to support communication and coordination.
Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive documents, information, or discussions.