Intern - Work Based Learning

Hamilton County Schools; Washington Hills (TN); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

A public school district in Tennessee is offering a part-time internship aimed at providing students with valuable work experience in a professional environment. Responsibilities include various clerical tasks, participation in training, and adherence to safety protocols. Candidates should be enrolled in relevant work-based learning opportunities and possess basic communication and math skills. The position has no benefits, and salary is set at $15 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Participate in required training.
• Complete assignments to gain work experience.
• Follow established procedures for safety.

Skills

Ability to follow directions

Ability to perform basic arithmetic

Ability to calculate decimals and percentages

Ability to communicate verbally

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Enrollment in applicable work based learning opportunity

Job description

Overview

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.

Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.

The purpose of this job is to provide short-term work experience that allows the work based learning student to observe and participate in a professional work environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all required training
• Completes assignments that provide a working view of the organization or department.
• Performs a variety of assignments to gain work experience in the intern’s field of study.
• Follows established policies, procedures and protocols as well as federal and state laws and regulations.
• Follows established procedures for ensuring assigned areas are safe.
• Acts in a professional, respectful, and welcoming manner at all times.
• Works collaboratively with administration, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Attends work and arrives to work on time.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, printing work orders, purchase requisitions, payment vouchers, billing statements, and other documents as required.
• Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, sending/receiving faxes, or filing documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE: This position is a part‑time no benefits position. The intern works under the direction of an assigned supervisor and work is closely monitored. Duration of the internship assignment may vary. There is no expectation of continued employment when the internship is completed. Internship may be terminated at any time by the Hamilton County Department of Education.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Education/Experience:

Enrollment in applicable work based learning opportunity within Hamilton County Schools.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to calculate decimals and percentages.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.

Compensation: Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience. Minimum Salary - $15/hr Salary Scale