College Intern

College Intern Position

Are you a highly motivated college student looking for work experience in local government? Do you have a passion to serve the residents of Rancho Cordova? If this is you, then apply today! The City of Rancho Cordova is seeking a College Intern who has an unwavering commitment to a team-based environment, possesses effective communication and written skills, and the ability to work well in a busy office. Incumbent must have excellent customer service skills, a can-do attitude, and pay a great attention to detail. This internship position in the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund Division will provide technical, administrative, and customer support to a team focused on community grant-making. The intern experience will be in-office and include opportunities to conduct research, write analysis, use modern technology, visit locations in the community, and meet with members of the public virtually or in person. Interested candidates must be comfortable speaking on the telephone and using email, or willing to learn.

The Ideal Candidate The City of Rancho Cordova is seeking a College Intern who :

• Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to a team-based environment
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills
• Works well in a busy office environment where attention to detail is important
• Brings excellent customer service skills and a can-do-attitude
• Has an interest in data, analysis, and storytelling

If this describes your knowledge, skills and abilities, then this is the internship for you!

Learn more about the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund Division.

This position is limited to no more than 25 hours per week and 1000 hours per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). Work will take place in-person at Rancho Cordova's City Hall during standard business hours (8 a.m.5 p.m., MondayFriday). The team will work with the intern to set a flexible schedule that accounts for academic commitments. Candidates must be enrolled in at least six (6) units or more at an accredited college / university during the course of employment and must show proof of enrollment towards an Associates, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in the required field of study.

The City of Rancho Cordova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

Under close supervision, this position will assist in a variety of tasks with the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund Division. Depending upon assignment, typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

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Requires the mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment; speech and hearing to communicate in person and by telephone; vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen; strength and agility to lift and carry items weighing up to 10 pounds; emotional and psychological capability to work alone, concentrate, or have frequent public and / or coworker contact. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise individuals who require and request such accommodations.

FLSA - Non-exempt status