Jeffco Innovation Lab Intern

Jefferson County CO•Golden, CO

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Jefferson County’s Innovation Team hosts a cohort of interns every fall and spring semester as well as during the summer. Innovation interns get first-hand experience in civic innovation, ranging from emerging technologies to transformational initiatives. We strive to build a strong community, even within a hybrid environment, and provide opportunities for mentoring, networking, professional development, and getting to know your fellow interns. Internships are designed to last at least a semester, and successful interns are encouraged and welcome to continue their internship. We are searching for an Innovation intern to support the Jeffco Innovation Lab. Jeffco Innovation Lab (JIL) is the county’s hub for employee innovation and offers courses and programs that empower Jeffco employees to transform government services for the better. The intern will help to facilitate workshops and events, coordinate planning activities, and ultimately support employees all over the county in transforming county services for the better. The position will report directly to the Innovation Program Manager. The successful candidate will have great interpersonal and facilitation skills, a knack for data analysis and technology, and a desire to facilitate change in government!

Requirements

Interest in pursuing opportunities in government innovation
Interest in the intersection of technology and how organizations deliver high quality services
Familiarity with process improvement, human centered design, and change management
Interest in and experience facilitating events and presentations
Enthusiasm for enhancing employee and community member experiences by delivering thoughtful, service-oriented solutions
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Adaptable as both a supportive team player and leader
Experience taking initiative and showing leadership on a project’s direction
A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Nice To Haves

2 years of education or experience
Bachelor’s degree
Interest/experience in facilitating groups and delivering training
Interest/experience in designing engagement opportunities to promote innovation
Interest/experience in innovation frameworks and methodologies related to: process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six-Sigma, or Human-centered design

Responsibilities

Provide operational support for specific Jeffco Innovation Lab programs which currently include: Process Improvement, Change Management, and Human-Centered Design
Support includes promoting offerings, scheduling courses, tracking attendance, communicating with participants, etc.
Design materials for Jeffco Innovation Lab course offerings
Co-facilitate trainings and workshops for employees
Develop and provide tools, resources, and platforms to support employee innovation
Design and facilitate lunch and learn style engagement opportunities for employees
Partner with county staff on the continuous improvement journey
Enhance the Innovation Team’s brand through online engagement and communications