Grants & Community Outreach Intern – Projects & Records

Richland County; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Richland County invites undergraduate or graduate students to apply for an internship in the Grants & Community Outreach Department for the 26-27 Academic Year. The intern will support administrative and project-based tasks related to HUD grants management, NOFA processes, and community development initiatives.

The role involves coordinating with multiple partners, handling records requests, and providing courteous customer service. Telework is not available; hours are typically 8:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate program in public administration, political science, community/economic development, business, marketing, public relations, English or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field preferred for graduate-level interns who are enrolled in a Master’s program.
• Graduate interns will be compensated above the base internship rate.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and organizational support to Grants & Community Outreach.
• Answer telephones, greet visitors, and route calls to appropriate personnel.
• Process requests for records or information following department policies.
• Assist in research, data collection, and preparation of reports and projects.
• Coordinate tasks with department management and staff on various projects.
• Enter data into department databases and retrieve information as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field

Graduate-level enrollment in related Masters program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Job description

Richland County invites undergraduate or graduate students to apply for an internship in the Grants & Community Outreach Department for the 26-27 Academic Year. The intern will support administrative and project-based tasks related to HUD grants management, NOFA processes, and community development initiatives.

The role involves coordinating with multiple partners, handling records requests, and providing courteous customer service. Telework is not available; hours are typically 8:30 a.m.