City Of Columbia Collegiate Academy (Fall 2026)

City of Columbia•Columbia, SC

About The Position

This position performs responsible administrative, project management, media, technical and clerical duties in support of effective and efficient management of department functions; and performs related duties as assigned. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. Interns will be placed in city departments based on their academic backgrounds and career interests, working on meaningful assignments that align with the City of Columbia’s strategic initiatives. Interns will complete a capstone project, allowing them to apply their knowledge to a real-world municipal challenge and present their findings. This program offers a unique an impactful learning experience. This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students from diverse academic backgrounds. Below are suggested majors paired with corresponding City of Columbia departments: Government and Public Affairs: Majors: Public Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, Law, and Criminal Justice Departments: City Manager’s Office, Office of City Council, Legal, Columbia Police Department/Public Safety, and Municipal Courts Business & Finance: Majors: Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, and Human Resources Departments: Office of Budget, Finance, Human Resources, Economic Development, and Procurement Communications and Media: Majors: Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Media, and Graphic Design Departments: Public Relations, Media and Marketing Department, Community Development, Columbia Fire Department Urban Planning & Sustainability: Majors: Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Geography, Public Health Departments: Planning & Development, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation Engineering and Infrastructure Majors: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management Departments: Public Works, Columbia Water (encompassing drinking water, wastewater, and storm water management) Technology and Data Analytics: Majors: Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity and Information Science Departments: Information Technology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Some college required
must provide current college transcript or current proof of enrollment
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Must have an interest in the department’s core operation, or closely related field
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
Must have strong communication skills and problem solving skills

Responsibilities

Receives and responds to inquiries and requests for assistance from stakeholders; explains City and department policies, procedures and programs to citizens and partners
Assists with organizing files
Reviews and assists with developing department literature
Maintains records and prepares reports
Assists with planning special events and programs for employees
Provides administrative support to assigned supervisor, performing such duties as scheduling and performing meetings and appointments, compiling data for reports and studies, composing and/or preparing routine and confidential reports and correspondence, etc.
Answers the telephone; provides accurate information to callers and/or forwards calls to appropriate personnel; takes messages as needed; greets and assists office visitors
Performs routine clerical work, including but not limited to preparing, typing, transmitting, copying and filing documents; sending and receiving faxes; entering and retrieving computer data; assembling materials; ordering supplies; processing daily mail; maintaining logs and lists, etc.
Completes special projects as assigned
Attends training, meetings, seminars, etc., as required to enhance job knowledge and skills
Performs other related duties as assigned