College Intern, Web Development

City of Santa Clarita; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Santa Clarita offers a hands-on internship designed for current undergraduates or graduates in Computer Science, Business, or related fields. You will convert marketing concepts into digital email campaigns, build and update pages using HTML/CSS, and craft graphics with Photoshop for emails and social channels.

You will also create surveys, manage event calendars, analyze Google Analytics data, and assist with administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proficiency in research techniques, survey methods, data collection, and analysis
• Excellent customer service and written/oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and the public
• Familiarity with email marketing tools and Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with HTML/CSS, WordPress, or graphic design is highly desired
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds

Responsibilities

• Converts departmental creative marketing ideas into digital email campaigns
• Uses HTML and CSS to customize and update email campaigns and webpages
• Uses Photoshop and Adobe Suite to customize campaign graphics for email, websites, and social media
• Creates online surveys and forms
• Manages calendar events using an online community calendar
• Works with Google Analytics for email campaigns
• Provides administrative support as needed

Skills

HTML/CSS

WordPress

Graphic design

Adobe Photoshop

Email campaigns

Analytics

Education

Relevant field of study (CS/Business/related)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description/Duties And Responsibilities

The City of Santa Clarita is committed to providing a challenging and meaningful work experience for college students. The City offers unique opportunities for students to gain hands-on and in-depth experience in a variety of disciplines related to local, regional, state, and federal government operations. We provide real-world work assignments, which provide interns the opportunity to work side-by-side with professional City staff committed to teamwork and providing superior municipal services to the community of Santa Clarita.

Salary

$20.86 - $26.43/hour (Undergraduate Level)

$27.84 - 33.42/hour (Graduate Level)

This position is fully onsite and is expected to work an average of 20-30 hours per week. The anticipated duration of this internship is approximately 6 to 12 months but may end earlier or be extended depending on department needs.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Converts departmental creative marketing ideas to digital email campaigns
• Uses HTML and CSS to customize and update email campaigns and related webpages
• Uses Photoshop and similar Adobe Suite applications to customize campaign graphics for email, websites, and social media
• Creates online surveys and forms
• Manages calendar events using an online community calendar
• Works with Google Analytics associated with email campaigns
• Provides administrative support, as needed

Education and Experience

If you are a current or recent undergraduate or graduate student studying Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field and are interested in gaining meaningful, hands‑on work experience at the local government level, this may be the program for you.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate as part of a team
• Proficient in research techniques, survey methods, data collection, and analysis
• Excellent customer service and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and be sensitive to deadlines and changing priorities
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the public
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• HTML, CSS, WordPress, and/or graphic design experience is highly desired
• Ability to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (noon)

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E‑Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

• 3100-3109

In addition, part‑time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull‑Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

This is not a designated Retired Annuitant position. If you are a California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree, you may be required to reinstate into CalPERS.

PTS workers are at‑will.

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part‑time, temporary, seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits and must participate in ICMA‑RC (deferred compensation as a replacement for Social Security).

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Please state the level of college education you are currently enrolled in or have recently completed, and your field of study.

02

What interests you most about this opportunity, and how does it tie into your career goals?

03

Do you have the ability to work 20-29 hours per week fully onsite? Please list specific hours and days of the week that you are not available.

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Please describe your familiarity and experience with HTML and CSS.

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Please describe your familiarity and experience with WordPress or another website CMS.

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Please describe your familiarity and experience with Adobe Photoshop and/or designing graphics for the web.

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If available, please provide a URL to at least one website you were involved in creating and describe your role in the project.