Intern

City of San Diego

12d • $19 - $23

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.
• Requirements vary and are based on the department and specific internship role.
• Must be enrolled in a continuing education, traditional education, or training program.
• Must meet grant criteria for funding.

Responsibilities

• Assist CMFE staff on project based tasks by conducting research and helping review and organize documents such as as‑builts, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) reports, and site inspection data, with all activities completed under their guidance as the intern learns these processes.
• Support CMFE in preparing construction related reports, cost analysis, and/or spreadsheets with all work performed under the direction of an Associate Civil Engineer.
• 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

• Will participate in the City’s Defined Benefit Plan administered by the San Diego City Employees’ Retirement System (SDCERS).
• Will receive a free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
• Will 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