Strategy & Innovation Intern — Policy, Planning & Analysis

Buncombe County Government; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Buncombe County Government is seeking an Management Analyst Intern to support the Strategy & Innovation team in Asheville, NC. This internship offers on-the-job training across research, policy development, and communications.

The ideal candidate is pursuing an MPA and can collaborate with staff on strategic projects, with flexible options for in-office, hybrid, or remote work within a 2-hour drive of a Buncombe facility.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree or related field.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to think critically, work independently, and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Participates in County projects and initiatives through research, data organization and analysis, coordination, and development of communication materials.
• Assists in policy development by conducting background research, drafting materials, and refining recommendations.
• Contributes to efforts to improve strategic procurement and sourcing processes, including workflow documentation and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Independence

multitasking

Education

MPA degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

Buncombe County Government is seeking an Management Analyst Intern to support the Strategy & Innovation team in Asheville, NC. This internship offers on-the-job training across research, policy development, and communications.

The ideal candidate is pursuing an MPA and can collaborate with staff on strategic projects, with flexible options for in-office, hybrid, or remote work within a 2-hour drive of a Buncombe facility.