- Salary
- $20+/hr
- Location
- Chapel Hill, NC, NC, US
- Type
- Internship
- Department
- Administration
- Seniority
- Internship
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
This opportunity will expose students to experiences in career fields of interest in a local government setting. These positions are classified as temporary and do not qualify for benefits.
The Mayor's Office is seeking a talented and energetic undergraduate intern to assist with a multitude of tasks, projects, and initiatives. This internship provides a valuable opportunity to gain a unique view of the inner workings of Town government, as well as gaining professional-level public sector experience. The Mayor’s Office works with residents, elected officials, local businesses, community groups and organizations, and federal and state agencies.
Students with a background in Public Policy, Public Affairs, Public Administration, Journalism, and Communications are especially encouraged to apply.
CANDIDATES SHOULD INCLUDE A RESUME AND COVER LETTER THAT DESCRIBES WHY THEY ARE INTERESTED IN THIS INTERNSHIP AND WORKING IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
Some of the tasks that interns will be involved in will include:
- Assisting with special projects
- Preparing proclamations and special recognitions
- Helping to create and execute a Social Media strategy
- Research and data analysis
- Clerical work including handling mail, data entry tasks, correspondence, filing, copying, etc.
To be considered for an internship position with the Town of Chapel Hill, candidates must:
- Be enrolled in an undergraduate program from an accredited college or university
- Possess good oral and written communication skills
- Proficient with computers and software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Social Media savvy
- Eager to learn and able to work independently
- Each intern will be paid a rate of $20.00 per hour
- You must first complete the pre-employment screening process before starting work.
- Program Support employees do not accrue Town benefits and may not work more than 950 hours in a rolling 12-month period.
- Students will work on average 10 to 12 hours per week depending on school schedules and the needs of the department.
- Each department can be flexible depending on the schedule and availability of the student, but hours will generally fall between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. This internship may include some limited evening hours.