Graduate Intern I

City of Charlotte

2d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management graduate intern will support the Emergency Management Team. This position will help streamline the development and maintenance of internal situational awareness platforms, enhancing overall responsiveness and decision-making capabilities.

Requirements

Must currently be enrolled as a graduate student in an emergency management, homeland security, public health, public safety, or public administration degree program.
Knowledge and fluency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Familiarity with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management, Incident Command System (ICS), and National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle sensitive information with care and maintain confidentiality.
Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and can adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Must be a self-motivated student in good academic standing.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment during stressful and chaotic situations.

Nice To Haves

Incident Command System (ICS) – ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700, ICS 800 (Training can be completed through the National Disaster and Emergency Management University).

Responsibilities

Assist staff with documentation and evidence collection for Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) tasks and other departmental accreditation initiatives.
Perform comprehensive research on emergency management best practices and key legislation to develop and maintain an organized repository of information for the department.
Support community outreach and education initiatives to promote public safety and preparedness throughout the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area.
Assist with diverse administrative tasks as needed, including drafting materials and providing logistical support for departmental events and stakeholder meetings.