Executive Intern (Mayor & Council)

City of Doral; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Doral offers an Executive Internship Program designed for students and recent graduates to gain first-hand exposure to local government. The internship provides structured projects aligned with educational goals and mentorship from experienced administrators.

Participants will work up to 28 hours per week, with a schedule set to accommodate academic commitments. Applicants must meet minimum education requirements and pass standard screenings as part of the application process.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School diploma or GED.
• Student actively enrolled or a recent graduate with GPA 3.0+.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license or state ID and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience handling diverse community services projects.
• Interact with executive staff and officials on high visibility tasks.
• Provide clerical support and data entry for department records.
• Prepare reports using Microsoft Office and basic programs.
• Assist with planning, setup, and cleanup of City events.
• Support City employees and vendors to complete projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish (plus)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrolled in college or recent graduate (GPA 3.0+)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

General Purpose

The City of Doral Executive Internship Program provides students, or recent graduates, in our colleges and universities the opportunity to meet the City's leadership and get a first-hand look at local government.

The students, or recent graduates, will participate in well-planned and organized practical projects that match their educational objectives. The City of Doral has made the commitment to train students in Public Administration or other related fields.

Supervision Received and Exercised

This position is classified as a non-exempt part-time position. Hours per week shall not exceed twenty-eight hours (28) a week. The work schedule is coordinated based on the Executive Intern’s schedule and the needs of the City. The City’s hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATING IN THE INTERNSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Practical hands-on knowledge and experience in dealing with the many aspects and complex relationships that are essential in producing and implementing a multitude of diverse community services.
• Opportunity to use interpersonal skills required to achieve effective win-win strategies.
• Meaningful experience working with executive staff and/or elected officials on high visibility assignments.
• Greater awareness and understanding of the day-to-day duties and responsibilities of the executive staff and/or elected officials.
• Mentorship opportunities from experienced government administrators.
• Excellent experience to strengthen a student’s professional profile.
• Responds to inquiries and requests from members of the public and reports issues and concerns to the appropriate City Staff.
• Remain professional in interactions with members inside and outside the organization.
• Provides clerical support and assists in various day-to-day tasks to ensure a smooth operation of the office.
• Prepares reports using specialized programs and basic computer programs such as Microsoft office suite.
• Responsible for filing documents and performing data entry and maintaining departmental records and forms.
• Responsible for assisting with the planning, set up, and cleanup process in City sponsored events.
• Provides assistance to City employees and vendors to ensure completion with assigned project.
• Assist with special projects and special events throughout the City of Doral.
• Provide administrative assistance to Executive Aide for Councilmember, Chief of Staff, or Elected Official.
• Additional Duties:
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Program Terms

The duration of the assignment typically ranges from eight (8) to twenty-six (26) weeks.

Hours per week shall not exceed twenty-eight hours (28) a week.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D required.
• Must be a student actively enrolled in a college or university with a G.P.A of 3.0 or higher OR a recent graduate from a college or university with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher.
• The City of Doral defines a recent graduate as: a person who has earned a degree or post graduate degree within the last year or less**.
• Possession of a valid, State of Florida driver’s license to operate the motor vehicle operated, typically Class E OR a valid State of Florida Government Identification Card is required.
• Requirements exist at the time of application and as a condition of continued completion of the Executive Internship programs.
• Applicants must complete all requirements established by the City of Doral for Executive Interns. This may include, but is not limited to, a written examination, a comprehensive background investigation, and a job-related medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening test.
• Must be a non-smoker.

At time of application, you must submit the documents below:

• Cover letter must be included (Please tell us why you are interested in Municipal Government, and describe the knowledge, skills, and abilities that you possess that you feel make you the best candidate for this opportunity).
• Unofficial Transcripts sustaining the required G.P.A. is required.
• Updated resume.
• Two (2) letters of recommendation.
• Copy of last obtained Diploma.

Minimum Qualifications And Standards Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
• Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
• Ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Ability to use computer for data entry and word processing.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perceive sound at normal speaking levels with assistance if necessary; express ideas through speaking accurately/loudly/quickly; use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal or determining the accuracy of work; and walk from one work site to another.

Ability to make rational decisions and perform activities such as transcribing, viewing a computer terminal and/or extensive reading.

Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.

City of Doral

Human Resources Department

Important Information

This position is regularly scheduled to work 28 or less hours per week. Part-time employees do not qualify for benefits. Provisional and acting employees do not qualify for benefits unless they are already existing full-time City employees.

In compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), a part time employee shall become eligible for health benefits only, if they have an average of at least 130 hours of service per month during the initial measurement period or standard measurement period.

All employees of the City are eligible to participate in the City's 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Doral is an equal opportunity employer.

SMOKE FREE/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

The City of Doral maintains a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

01

Do you possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you at least eighteen (18) years of age?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you currently enrolled in an accredited college or university OR are you a recent graduate from an accredited college or university? ***The City defines a recent graduate as: a person who has earned a degree or post graduate degree within the last year.***

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have at least a 3.0 G.P.A. ?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a specific elected official or office in mind for your internship? If so, please indicate by writing their name in the space provided below. If not, please write "No preference."

06

Do you possess a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

07

I certify that I have read the job announcement in its entirety, and have attached my cover letter, resume, copy of last obtained degree, two letters of recommendation, and unofficial transcripts to my application.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question