Intern-Council

City of San Diego

1d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of San Diego consists of more than 30 operational departments. Internships are available when project-based opportunities arise amongst departments. With general supervision, an internship provides part-time employment opportunities for students enrolled in a continuing education, traditional education, or training program to gain hands-on experience related to their career interests or area of study. Duties and responsibilities assigned to interns will vary depending on the department they are assigned; these include but are not limited to: assisting with planning events, conducting research, collecting and analyzing data, assisting with projects, preparing reports and presentations, attending internal and external stakeholders’ meetings, and field work. Work will be project-based, temporary, and not compromise the work of a bargaining unit employee.

Requirements

• 15 ½ years of age or older
• Must be a United States citizen or have the current legal right to work in the United States
• Must be enrolled in a continuing education, traditional education, or training program

Responsibilities

• Researching background information to help resolve constituent concerns
• Answering phone calls and responding to public inquiries
• Preparing certificates, commendations, and proclamations
• Assisting with general office tasks that support the work of the Council office
• Supporting staff at community events
• Attending neighborhood and planning group meetings
• Sharing City resources
• Delivering notices or flyers throughout the district
• Engaging directly with community members and stakeholders
• Observing City Council and Committee meetings
• Taking notes and tracking key issues
• Conducting basic policy research
• Assisting the policy team with ongoing projects as needed
• Contributing to longer-term projects such as data collection, district research, or community-focused initiatives
• Presenting findings to District 3 staff when appropriate
• Assisting with planning events
• Conducting research
• Collecting and analyzing data
• Assisting with projects
• Preparing reports and presentations
• Attending internal and external stakeholders’ meetings
• Field work

Benefits

• Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services)
• Accrue paid sick leave while employed in a paid internship (eligible for use after 90 days of employment)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed