Internship -Local Government Administration

Township of Upper St Clair; Upper St. Clair (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,908 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Township of Upper St Clair offers a Local Government Administrative Intern position in Administration. The role supports municipal and human resource services for a full-service Home Rule community, reporting to the Assistant Township Manager to align tasks with learning goals.

The internship provides exposure to local government operations, policy development, budgeting, grants administration, and public-sector communications, with a schedule centered on class availability and campus needs.

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree or recent graduate in a related field.
• Interest in municipal/local government administration and public service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support communications, reports, and visual materials through research and data collection.
• Review benefit policies and benchmark practices for competitive programs.
• Prepare reports and PowerPoint presentations for management.
• Develop recommendations for programs and operational proposals.
• Create brochures, flyers, newsletters, and news releases.
• Draft draft versions of resolutions, ordinances, and policies.
• Assist with grant research and reporting materials.
• Draft confidential communications on employee benefits.
• Assist with budgeting, personnel, and facilities admin tasks.
• Answer calls professionally and route to appropriate departments.
• Coordinate with Township departments and external agencies.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Computer literacy

Discretion with confidential info

Interest in local government

Education

Bachelor’s degree near completion

Bachelor’s in public administration/related

Master’s in public administration (current or recent)

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Office equipment

Job description

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN

ADMINISTRATION

SCHEDULE:

Modified: Fall & Winter

Typically: Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Modified: Three (3) to Five (5) days a week.

Times adjusted to accommodate class schedule.

Compensation Rate

$13.00 per hour

Position Summary

The Local Government Administrative Intern will assist in the administration of municipal and human resource services for a full-service Home Rule Community. The Intern will report directly to the Assistant Township Manager, who will align Township operational needs with the Intern’s academic and professional learning objectives to create a comprehensive and mutually beneficial internship experience.

This internship provides exposure to local government operations, policy development, human resources, budgeting, grants administration, and public-sector communications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting research, data collection, and analysis to support the preparation of communications, reports and other written or visual material.
• Reviewing and analyzing existing benefit policies and benchmarking practices among comparable organizations to support the development of competitive benefits programs.
• Preparing reports and presentation materials, including PowerPoint presentations, public-facing documents, and graphic materials.
• Developing recommendations related to programs, initiatives, and operational proposals for management review and decision-making purposes.
• Assisting in the creation of brochures, flyers, newsletters, and news releases.
• Drafting preliminary versions of resolutions, ordinances, contracts, and administrative policies.
• Assisting with grant research, data collection, and preparation of written and visual materials in support of grant applications and reporting requirements.
• Drafting confidential communications related to employee benefit programs, including insurance plans, pension plans, paid time off, and employer-sponsored activities.
• Assisting with confidential administrative functions related to personnel, budgeting, and facilities.
• Answering and routing calls through the central telephone system in a professional manner.
• Coordinating activities and sharing information with other Township departments and external agencies as needed.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, elected officials, other departments, and the general public.

Necessary Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

• Students nearing completion of a bachelor’s degree;
• Graduates with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, business management, or a closely related field; or
• Individuals currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a master’s program with an emphasis in public administration or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in municipal or local government administration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Ability to prepare, review, and analyze detailed reports and data.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Tools and Equipment Used

Requires frequent use of a computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software, calculator, telephone system, and office equipment such as copier and printer.

Selection Process:

The selection process may include the following:

Application and resume review

• Evaluation of education, experience, and local government emphasis
• One or more interviews
• Reference checks

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The responsibilities listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude related or logical assignments.

This job description does not constitute an employment Agreement or contract.

Revised July 2026