Student Intern

Description

Employees of the City of Clinton and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or age. Reasonable accommodations may be available to employees or applicants for this position under the ADA/ADAA, provided the employee or applicant gives prior notice.

Position Summary

The Student Intern (Unpaid – For Academic Credit) participates in a structured educational experience that provides practical exposure to municipal government operations. This internship is intended to complement academic coursework and must be completed in coordination with an accredited educational institution to earn academic credit. This position is primarily educational and observational. The Intern will assist with projects and activities that support learning objectives, but will not displace regular employees or perform work that would otherwise be assigned to paid staff.

Examples of Duties

• Observe departmental operations and meetings
• Aid with research, data collection, and project support
• Draft summaries, reports, or presentations for educational purposes
• Participate in training sessions and professional development opportunities
• Aid with administrative tasks that support learning objectives
• Shadow department personnel to gain insight into municipal functions
• Complete an assigned project aligned with academic requirements

Essential Learning Activities

Under close supervision, the Intern may:

• Observe departmental operations and meetings
• Aid with research, data collection, and project support
• Draft summaries, reports, or presentations for educational purposes
• Participate in training sessions and professional development opportunities
• Aid with administrative tasks that support learning objectives
• Shadow department personnel to gain insight into municipal functions
• Complete an assigned project aligned with academic requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Current enrollment in high school or an accredited college, university, or technical program
• Internship required or approved for academic credit
• Written authorization from an educational institution outlining internship requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Professional demeanor and willingness to learn

Special Requirements

• Completion of the internship agreement between the City and the educational institution
• Background screening, if required by the department
• Compliance with all City policies and procedures

Compensation

This is an unpaid internship. The Intern will not receive wages or employment benefits. Academic credit is provided through the student’s educational institution.

Supervision and Evaluation

The Intern will be assigned a departmental supervisor. Regular feedback will be provided. The City will complete any required academic evaluations or documentation.

Academic Credit Information

Participation in this internship does not create an employment relationship with the City, and the Intern is not entitled to compensation or future employment. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Application Instructions

01 Please indicate which department you would like to intern in: Administration, Finance, HR/Risk Management, Planning & Inspections, Police, Fire, Utility Billing, Public Works, or I.T. (Please indicate a first choice and a second choice.)

Internship Details

02 Which semester and year would you like to intern? (Ex. Summer 2026)

Education Background

• 03 Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
• 04 Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
• 05 Which of the following describes your highest level of Microsoft office (Microsoft word, Excel, Powerpoint) proficiency?