PUBLIC SERVICE INTERN

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas, through the Department of Shared Administrative Services (SAS), offers a Public Service Intern position to gain practical, on-the-job experience across diverse state government fields.

As an intern, you will support administrative tasks, policy analysis, program management and public outreach while building essential skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and adhering to confidentiality and completion deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must have a high-school diploma and be enrolled as a student or recently graduated.
• Willingness to learn across government operations and public programs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, maintaining records, and preparing correspondence.
• Assist in drafting reports, memos, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in conducting research on policy issues, public programs, or legislative matters relevant to the department or agency.
• Analyze data, prepare summaries, and present findings to senior staff to support decision-making processes.
• Assist in the development of communication materials, including newsletters, flyers, and social media content.
• Help coordinate public meetings, forums, or community events, ensuring smooth operations and facilitating participant engagement.

Skills

Written & Verbal Communication

Research skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Position Number:22181435
County: Pulaski
Anticipated Starting Salary: $16.00/hour

2027 Internship dates: June 7, 2027 – July 30, 2027

Our aim at the Department of Shared Administrative Services (SAS) is to cultivate a diverse talent pool for the next generation of professional workers. With MyARInternship, students can apply knowledge gained in the classroom to real-life on-the-job experience. Furthermore, what makes MyARInternship unique is the wide array of career fields one can experience, such as finance, social work, technology, public health, engineering, business, public safety, communications, education, research, cybersecurity, compliance, legal, marketing, environment, administration, real estate services, tourism, and emergency management. Interns will be paid based on a 40-hour workweek.

Position Information

Classification: Public Service Intern

Class Code: TGC02I

Pay Grade: SGS01

Salary Range: $33,280- $49,254

Job Summary

The Public Service Intern position provides an invaluable opportunity for individuals to gain practical, hands-on experience within various state government agencies. As an intern, you will assist in a wide range of activities related to public administration, community outreach, policy analysis, and program management. This role is designed to offer exposure to the inner workings of state government, allowing interns to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world environment while supporting the mission and operations of the assigned department or agency.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide general administrative support, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, maintaining records, and preparing correspondence.Assist in drafting reports, memos, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.Assist in conducting research on policy issues, public programs, or legislative matters relevant to the department or agency.Analyze data, prepare summaries, and present findings to senior staff to support decision-making processes.Assist in the development of communication materials, including newsletters, flyers, and social media content.Help coordinate public meetings, forums, or community events, ensuring smooth operations and facilitating participant engagement.

Knowledge and Skills

Basic understanding of public administration and government operations, including the roles and functions of state agencies.Familiarity with legislative processes, public policy development, and community services is beneficial.Knowledge of office management practices, including the use of office equipment and computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, emails, and presentations.Research skills with the ability to gather and analyze information from a variety of sources.Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to group goals.Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.Ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment and take initiative when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a high-school diploma and: (A) be enrolled as a student in an accredited two- or four-college or vocational/trade school; or (B) have graudated from an accredited two- or four-year college or vocational/trade school within the previous 6 months.

Licensure/Certifications

N/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.