2026 Local Government Case Competition

Allegheny County Department of Human Services • Pittsburgh, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The 2026 Local Government Case Competition, hosted by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, focuses on a human service-related challenge concerning children and youth. Participants do not need prior in-depth knowledge of this population. The competition is designed for graduate students and will take place from Tuesday, November 10, to Sunday, November 15, 2026. It includes two in-person events at the Human Services Building (1 Smithfield St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222): a Kick-Off Event on Tuesday, 11/10/26, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Presentation Day on Sunday, 11/15/26, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Registration as a participant is completed upon submission of the form, and teams will be assigned on the kick-off night.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a graduate-level program.
• Able to be onsite at the Human Services Building (1 Smithfield St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222) on 11/10/26 and 11/15/26.
• Must have a social-security number or an EIN to be eligible for a cash prize.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the 2026 Local Government Case Competition.
• Solve a human service-related challenge focused on children and youth.
• Attend the Kick-Off Event on Tuesday, 11/10/26.
• Attend Presentation Day on Sunday, 11/15/26.
• Meet with assigned team members.

Benefits

• Cash prize eligibility (for those meeting requirements)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level