Village Clerk & Communications Internship

Village of Tequesta • Tequesta, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Village Clerk Internship provides hands-on experience in government, including learning about the role municipal clerks play in serving their communities. The intern will gain insight into local government operations and develop practical skills across multiple municipal disciplines. This is a FAU-funded program for FAU juniors and seniors; only eligible FAU students may apply. The internship commences in Spring 2027.

The intern attends evening Council meetings and workshops and assists with agendas, minutes, public records requests, records management, legislative affairs, code and charter codification, community projects, and documenting processes using AI and other software. The schedule is flexible depending on academic commitments. The work takes place in a professional office setting, with occasional public meetings and community events.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong interest in local government and public service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with database systems.
• Ability to quickly learn third-party vendor software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional setting.
• Must be an eligible FAU student; the program is for FAU juniors and seniors.

Responsibilities

• Attend regular Council meetings and workshops, including evening meetings.
• Assist with creating and publishing agendas and minutes.
• Assist with public records requests to support government transparency.
• Assist with records imaging, retention, and disposition for the Village.
• Review legislative affairs and monitor state-level policy impacts on Village operations.
• Review Code and charter codification.
• Assist with projects including Residents Academy, Florida City Government Week, Teacher Supply Drive, Pie-it-Forward, Christmas Toy Drive, and hurricane relief efforts.
• Use AI and other software programs, including Scribe.ai, to capture internal and external processes such as how-to videos and business processes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed