Student Intern II

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Student Intern II in the Strategic Procurement Division, reporting location 611 Walker St., MONDAY - FRIDAY. This para-professional role involves observing professionals, coordinating programs, and performing administrative and analytical tasks related to the internship area.

Education requirements indicate college students are eligible, with no prior experience required. Preference noted for candidates with Microsoft Apps and Power BI experience; veteran

Qualifications

• Requires the ability to analyze and interpret procedures, policies and practices as a student.
• Preference given to candidates with experience using Microsoft Apps and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Learning about area of career interest by observing and assisting professionals in their daily activities.
• Assists in the coordination, administration and/or monitoring of specific programs.
• Performs general administrative, analytical and operating activities associated with a specific program.
• Research topics pertinent to specific area of study and work.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Apps

Power BI

Education

College students

Job description

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification:Student Intern II

Division: Strategic Procurement Division

Reporting Location: 611 Walker St.

Workdays & Hours:MONDAY - FRIDAY

*Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs a variety of para-professional activities related to primary field of study.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learning about area of career interest by observing and assisting professionals in their daily activities.
• Assists in the coordination, administration and/or monitoring of specific programs.
• Performs general administrative, analytical and operating activities associated with a specific program.
• Research topics pertinent to specific area of study and work.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field. (Individuals are college students)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience is required

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

NonePrefernce shall be given to candidates with experience in using Microsoft Apps and Power BI.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

No

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 10

EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.