Extra-Help Student Intern

Merced County; Fluhr (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Merced County is seeking an Extra Help Student Intern to provide general clerical assistance and support the Department of Workforce Investment. The role offers hands-on experience in office operations and project support, with assignments varying according to department needs.

Responsibilities include performing diversified clerical duties, assisting with departmental projects and reports, preparing information, shadowing office staff, and supporting operational and administrative functions.

Qualifications

• Experience in front desk operations and customer service.
• Experience in project or grant management.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring.
• General Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Performs diversified clerical duties as assigned.
• May assist in completing various departmental projects/reports.
• Prepare information and research materials.
• Shadow multiple office positions and train on a variety of tasks.
• Assists with operational and administrative functions.

Skills

Front desk operations

Customer service

Project management

Coaching & mentoring

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Please Note: Extra-Help employees are not entitled to County benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week.

This position will be assigned to work with Department of Workforce Investment.

Duties may include, but not limited to the following:

The Extra Help Student Intern will provide general assistance while gaining valuable work experience. Assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Performs diversified clerical duties as assigned.
• May assist in completing various departmental projects/ reports.
• Prepare information and research materials.
• Shadow multiple office positions and train on a variety of tasks.
• Assists with operational and administrative functions.

Student Intern Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in front desk operations and customer service.
• Experience in project or grant management.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
• General Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to perform job assignment in a timely and efficient manner.
• Must be able to adjust to unexpected changes in work demands to meet deadlines.
• Ability to take on tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Desire to learn and professionally grow.
• Ability to embrace and live the County's Core Integrity.

Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 31000.11 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by answering the supplemental question on this recruitment. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.

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