Hamilton County Fellowship (Seeking Graduate and Undergraduate Students) (4953-27)

Hamilton Co; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Options

6–month or 12–month assignment

Ohio Public Employee Retirement System

Job summary

Hamilton County offers a Fellowship for graduate and undergraduate students in Cincinnati. The program features a core curriculum with project-based initiatives to boost networking, career exploration, and professional development.

Fellows will rotate through key areas like Board of County Commissioners, Administration/Media, Financial Management, and Human Resources, gaining exposure to county operations and public service careers.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled undergraduate juniors or seniors (60 credit hours) or graduate students.
• Commitment to public service and professional ethics.
• Strong written and oral communication; able to work in a team.
• Willingness to participate in rotations across core areas.

Responsibilities

• Support fellowship rotations across core areas: Board of County Commissioners, Administration and Media/Communications, Financial Management, Human Resources.
• Assist in gathering information, data, and statistics to inform commission offices.
• Contribute to budget administration, forecasting, grant management, and purchasing programs.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Public service motivation

Education

Active enrollment in undergrad/grad program

Job description

Position:Hamilton County Fellowship (Seeking Graduate and Undergraduate Students) (4953-27)

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id:4953-27

# of Openings:1

Job Title: Hamilton CountyFellowship (Seeking Graduate and Undergraduate Students) 4953-27

Your Benefits of Working for Hamilton County!

• Flexible Work Options
• 6-month or 12- month assignment. OR 3-month Full Time program
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option.

We serve the residents of Hamilton County in more ways than you may realize! In this role you will be exposed to the many facets of County government that directly impact those who live, work and play in Hamilton County. The fellowship features a core curriculum with project-based initiatives that will enhance networking, career exploration, and professional development.

The Hamilton County Fellowship Program, the County’s premier paid internship program, is designed for graduate and undergraduate students seeking a career in public service. This concentrated program exposes participants to the many facets of County government that directly impact those who live, work and play in Hamilton County. The fellowship features a core curriculum with project-based initiatives that will enhance networking, career exploration, and professional development.

Fellows will be exposed to experiences that support Hamilton County’s vision to serve the residents of Hamilton County by providing the best and most responsive county government in America, as well as Hamilton County's mission to provide efficient service of the highest quality, and to deliver county services equitably.

Fellows will work under the direction of senior administrators and managers and gain exposure to important management practices and strategies.

Fellows will spend four to six weeks with each of the following core areas:

• Board of County Commissioners –Fellowship initiatives include gathering information, data, and statistics to help commission offices keep a pulse on the community and the people we serve.
• Administration and Media/Communications - Fellows will work alongside of the County’s top administrative team and assist in the execution of core duties,
• operations and special projects while contributing fresh ideas and creative solutions.
• Financial Management- Fellows will focus on programs building a foundation in budget administration, financial forecasting, grant management, economic equity and purchasing programs.
• Human Resources - Fellows will partner on initiatives associated with making Hamilton County an Employer of Choice: focus on the areas of HR Policy, Employee Relations, Compensation, Benefits, HRIS, and Employee Development.

OPTIONAL AREAS OF CONCENTRATION:

Fellows can choose four optional areas of concentration for six week rotations.

• Social Services
• Planning and Development
• Public Safety
• Criminal Justice & Courts
• Asset Management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled undergraduate juniors or seniors (Completion of 60 Credit Hours) or graduate students

The Ideal Fellowship Candidate Will:

• Professional and Ethical: Demonstrates a strong work ethic. Displays a commitment to a career public service.
• Communicator: Provides quality customer service. Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills. Works well in a team.
• Innovator: Takes initiative. Creates and implements ideas. Demonstrates strong analytical skills.

Work Location and Hours:

• 20 Hour Work Week, generally between core hours of 7:30-5:30

Deadline to Apply:

October 30, 2026

Be part of our Team! We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a second-chance employer and a recovery friendly workplace.