Intern - Graduate Student

Largo•Largo, FL

2d•$21•Hybrid

About The Position

Entry level professional position assigned to a City Department. Work will include planning, research, analysis, preparation, and presentation of special projects. The intern will receive work assignments from a mentor who is readily available to provide close guidance and supervision. During the duration of the internship, applicant must be actively enrolled in a specified undergraduate or graduate program. Hours are flexible and approved as assigned – generally between the core hours of M-F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Requirements

Actively enrolled in a Master's or Bachelor's degree program in a specific related program outlined on the job posting
Valid Florida Driver's License
Knowledge of research methods and procedures
Knowledge of concepts related to department specific topics
Knowledge of technology and proficiency in the use of business software
Ability to analyze detailed data, and prepare and present detailed written and verbal reports
Ability to communicate clearly and both verbally and in writing
Ability to utilize systems thinking to make informed conclusions
Ability to work collaboratively to develop innovative and strategic solutions
Requires occasional driving and possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.
Ability to operate telephones, smart phones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and/or laptop computers, calculators and all associated software.
Proficiency with computer hardware and software programs including word, spreadsheet and/or database applications, internet applications, and database management. Examples: computer-aided design (CAD) (Drafting), geographic information system (GIS), Geospacial Mapping.

Nice To Haves

Most of the assignment will be conducted inside a climate controlled building but outdoor time will be required for field work, community events and presentations and will vary by internship.

Responsibilities

Evaluates departmental processes and operations and recommends changes for program improvement
Researches and studies the feasibility of innovative trends to provide recommended improvements for departmental issues and problems
Supports the efforts of the City's Strategic Plan
Assists in directing and executing special programs, events, and projects as assigned
Encourages and facilitates departmental program engagement with other colleagues residents, community groups, partner organizations, and organizational leadership
Participates in data collection through research and communications with applicable resources and government agencies; enters data into appropriate medium for statistical analysis to determine recommendation(s)
May assist in conducting field surveys, sample surveys, and interviews
Prepares comprehensive reports which may include financial analysis, feasibility studies, contract analysis, budget preparation, social and other impact analysis, and organizational studies
Assists with outreach programs and other community engagement efforts
Researches departmental policies for compliance
May develop summaries for press releases, updates for websites, posts for social media, and assists with other digital engagement methods
Supports honest and transparent decision-making
Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments
Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same
Other duties and responsibilities will be required based on the subject matter of internship.
As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.