Intern-Council

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and community-oriented individual for an internship position with our office. Interns will gain firsthand experience in local government, public policy, and constituent services while supporting day-to-day operations for the council office.

Responsibilities

• Researching background information to help resolve constituent concerns;
• answering phone calls and responding to public inquiries;
• preparing certificates, commendations, and proclamations;
• assisting with general office tasks that support the work of the Council office;
• Supporting staff at community events;
• attending neighborhood and planning group meetings;
• sharing City resources;
• delivering notices or flyers throughout the district;
• engaging directly with community members and stakeholders;
• Observing City Council and Committee meetings;
• taking notes and tracking key issues;
• conducting basic policy research;
• assisting the policy team with ongoing projects as needed;
• Contributing to longer-term projects such as data collection, district research, or community-focused initiatives, and presenting findings to District 3 staff when appropriate.

Requirements

• Must be 15 ½ years of age or older;
• Must be a United States citizen or have the current legal right to work in the United States;
• Requirements vary and are based on the department and specific internship role;
• Must be enrolled in a continuing education, traditional education, or training program.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 15 ½ years of age or older. Must be a United States citizen or have the current legal right to work in the United States. Requirements vary and are based on the department and specific internship role. Must be enrolled in a continuing education, traditional education, or training program.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

• Paid internships will be compensated at an hourly rate consistent with Exhibit C of the Salary Ordinance and commensurate with an applicant’s education level;
• Not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, paid holidays, and/or any type of City-sponsored insurance;
• Will participate in the City’s Defined Benefit Plan administered by the San Diego City Employees’ Retirement System (SDCERS);
• Will receive a free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).

Pay

Internships may be paid or unpaid, based on availability of funds.

Schedule

Schedule is flexible between 15-20 hours per week.