Facilities & Fleet Intern

Lake County Government•Leadville, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Facilities & Fleet Intern will work a total of 60 hours and gain hands-on experience supporting the County’s facilities, vehicles, equipment, and related operations. Working closely with the Facilities and Fleet team, the intern will have the opportunity to learn how local government manages and maintains the resources that support County employees and services to the community. This internship offers a high degree of flexibility and can be shaped collaboratively by the intern and supervisor based on the intern’s interests, skills, and the County’s current priorities and initiatives.

Requirements

Current enrollment in high school
Experience with school, community, volunteer, employment, or extracurricular activities demonstrating responsibility, teamwork, communication, or organization.
Interest in local government, public service, or community affairs.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to conduct basic research and summarize information clearly.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate judgment when handling information.
Ability to work independently while also seeking guidance when needed.
Ability to interact professionally with county employees, elected officials, community members, or others.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications.
Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and technology.
Ability to approach unfamiliar issues with curiosity, professionalism, and an open mind.
Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Nice To Haves

Preferred areas of study may include facilities management, construction management, engineering, business, operations management, automotive or diesel technology, environmental studies, sustainability, accounting, or a related field; however, students from all areas of study are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist with facilities maintenance, operations, and improvement projects.
Support inventory and organization of County facilities, equipment, tools, and supplies.
Assist with fleet management, including vehicle records, maintenance schedules, inspections, and usage tracking.
Help research and evaluate vehicle, equipment, or facility needs and potential replacement options.
Assist with preventative maintenance tracking and scheduling.
Support facility inspections and help identify maintenance, safety, or operational needs.
Assist with organizing facility and fleet documentation, records, and procedures.
Help develop or improve tracking systems, spreadsheets, checklists, and standard operating procedures.
Assist with space planning, facility utilization, or workspace improvement projects.
Research best practices, vendors, products, or services related to facilities and fleet operations.
Participate in meetings and gain exposure to how County facilities, vehicles, and equipment are planned, maintained, and managed.