Public Service Student Internship (Temporary/Part-Time) (20504523)

Ventura County

Job Type

Internship

Close Date

5/28/2024 at 5pm or until 50 applicants

Salary

$16.00-$16.00 Hourly

Additional Questionnaires

Pre-qualification and Supplemental

About Simi Valley

The City of Simi Valley, home of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, was incorporated in 1969. It is a General Law City with a Council/Manager form of government. Simi Valley encompasses an area of 39 square miles and is located in the southeast portion of Ventura County. The current estimated population is 126,878, yet Simi Valley maintains a unique balance of open space and City amenities.

Outdoor recreation includes over a dozen beautiful parks, camping and picnic spots, tennis courts, two golf courses and one of the largest equestrian trail systems in the United States. Boating and other water sporting activities are only 60 to 90 minutes away in Ventura and Santa Barbara. The City of Los Angeles is less than an hour away.

Excellent community facilities provide service to Simi Valley residents. The City has one general hospital, 47 religious institutions, one library, one Cultural Arts Center, three newspapers, one radio station, 24 financial institutions, 21 elementary schools, three middle schools, and four high schools. Four community colleges and four universities are also within commuting distance.

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Location

Various - Requires Travel Within City Simi Valley, 93063

Description

As an intern at the City of Simi Valley, you will be provided with on-the-job training and experience working in local government while you continue to work on obtaining your educational degree. In addition, you will build employment skills, and establish a professional network.

Details:

• Start Date: Monday, August 12, 2024

• Temporary, part-time position

• In-person in Simi Valley (we do not offer remote internships)

• $16 per hour for a maximum of 20 hours per week

• Up to a maximum of one calendar year (depending on department need and budget)

• Multiple departments and focus areas available (see list below)

• Most assignments are flexible around your schedule during regular business hours!

Qualifications:

Current enrollment in an accredited college, university, or community college and enrolled in at least three (3) units of academic coursework. If hired, you still need to continue to be enrolled and attend school to remain in the position.

Typical Student Intern Duties:

• Prepare, from rough draft, or verbal instructions, such materials as reports, letters, receipts, lists, orders, schedules, notices, statistical data, social media, and copies of documents.

• Provide customer service to the public or act as a receptionist, answer routine questions of the public, in person or by telephone.

• Perform all types of filing (alphabetical, numerical, etc.)

• Post data, keep records, and prepare reports using predetermined forms and procedures.

• Perform work related to bills, orders, notes, receipts, permits, licenses, etc.

• Operate various office machines or equipment requiring little specialized training.

• Collect and deliver correspondence, records, packages, etc.

• Open, sort, and route incoming mail; stuff, seal, stamp, meter, and register outgoing mail.

• Search records and files for data.

• Compare and proofread documents; take notes.

• Sort and arrange documents, correspondence, or other material.

Assignments Available (Hours Per Week & Position Focus Areas):

On your application, you will be asked to indicate which assignment(s) you would like to be considered for. Below is a list of the assignments available. Assignments are flexible to your availability during regular business hours (Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm) unless otherwise noted below.

• Administrative Services (20 hrs/wk): Data Compilation, Information Technology, Facilities, Research / Analysis

• Administrative Services (20 hrs/wk): Accounting / Finance, Clerical

• City Attorney (8-12 hrs/wk): Human Resources, Research / Analysis, Legal, Law Enforcement

• Public Works (20 hrs/wk): Data Compilation, Research / Analysis

• Public Works (10-20 hrs/wk): Clerical, Public Information, Research / Analysis, Engineering/Environmental Science

• City Manager (15-20 hrs/wk): Administration, Public Information, Public Relations, Social Media

Special Instructions

Submit your application, resume and required documents by 5:00 p.m., May 28, 2024.

How to apply:

• Click Apply and fully complete the online application or attach your current resume. Please allow at least 30 minutes to complete the application and questionnaire at the end.

• Attach Proof of Current Enrollment in an accredited college, university or community college to your application showing enrollment in (one of the following is required):

• Class Schedule confirming you are registered for at least three (3) units of academic coursework for the upcoming semester/quarter with classes beginning in August 2024.

• A letter from the Administration of your college/university on school letterhead showing your enrollment in at least three (3) units of academic coursework for classes beginning in August 2024; a school admittance letter is not acceptable.

What Happens After You Apply?:

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications including providing the required documentation, will have their applications forwarded to the department(s) they indicated interest in. If a department still has a vacancy, the department will reach out to you by email to schedule an interview.

Applicants chosen for a position will be subject to a Background Investigation including pre-offer contact with references and a post-offer Live Scan criminal background check, inquiry into past employment, and education. Positions in the Police Department may include additional background requirements.

City of Simi Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer Encouraging Workforce Diversity.