Fall 2026 Internships - Columbia

Job Responsibilities

Interns will complete up to a 12-week internship in a division most closely relating to their field of study. The interns will report to a division supervisor who will assign their daily and weekly tasks which will include but are not limited to: administrative tasks, assisting on projects, creating deliverables, quality assurance, research and review, and complete all other duties as assigned.

The intern will also complete regular check-ins with supervisor, evaluations throughout program, and complete professional development courses as assigned by the Agency's training and development division.

• Complete regular check-ins with supervisor
• Complete both a mid-program and final-program evaluation
• Complete presentation on overall experiences at the end of internship

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four-year institution)
• Graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four-year institution) no more than two years before the first day of the internship
• Not a previous intern

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Suite
• Understanding of policies and procedures
• Customer Service skills
• Ability to learn in different environments
• Ability to communicate between stakeholders and employees
• Willingness to grow and learn daily
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Comments

Candidates Must Attach The Below Documents Cover Letter Resume

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement and savings plan options
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules

Note

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.

Workplace Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Holiday, annual and sick leave
• Discounts on purchases, travel and more

Application Instructions

I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree with the above.

Supplemental Questions

• This is an onsite position in Richland County, SC that requires the selected candidate to be in the office, Jefferson Square, Monday-Friday for a minimum of 15 hours per week (actual work schedule can be discussed).
• I acknowledge and understand that no housing stipend is provided.
• I understand that this internship's rate of pay is $15 per hour.
• I am currently enrolled or have graduated within 2 years from the start of the internship.
• Please select the area of interest that most closely corresponds to your degree or field of study.
• Are you seeking to fulfill an educational or internship requirement of your academic program?
• I have attached my cover letter and resume to this application. (Failure to include cover letter could result in disqualification.)
• How did you hear about this career opportunity?