Public Policy & Legislation Intern (Part-Time)

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Austin offers a part-time internship to gain hands-on exposure in municipal government. Under general supervision, you will assist in general administrative or research functions to develop a working knowledge of a targeted area in the department.

Observing professionals, coordinating, researching data, and preparing reports are key parts of the role. You must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and complete some advanced coursework related to the internship program.

Qualifications

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to create clear and concise reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.

Responsibilities

• Observes and assists professionals in the assigned department to learn about areas of career interest.
• Assists, as necessary, in the coordination, administration, or monitoring of specific programs.
• Assists with researching, collecting and organizing data, performing analyses, and preparing reports to supplement knowledge gained through academic courses.
• Participates, as necessary, in finding solutions to existing problems and discusses recommendations with administrative personnel to acquire skills in problem solving.
• Assists with special projects.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Statistical analysis

Computer skills

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

Undergraduate student

Tools

Office suite

Job description

The City of Austin offers a part-time internship to gain hands-on exposure in municipal government. Under general supervision, you will assist in general administrative or research functions to develop a working knowledge of a targeted area in the department.

Observing professionals, coordinating, researching data, and preparing reports are key parts of the role. You must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and complete some advanced coursework related to the internship program.