About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to gain experience within a large government entity. You will work with the Emergency Management Division to support efforts related to disaster preparation, response, and recovery. This role offers exposure to multi-agency government coordination and provides a chance to build professional skills and network within the field.
What you'll do#
- Research pending legislation related to emergency management.
- Prepare reports on legislative activity and present findings to staff and officials.
- Assist with day-to-day office operations, including answering inquiries by phone and email.
- Prepare documents, reports, and assist with special research assignments.
- Attend meetings or community events.
- Perform administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, and photocopying.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college, university, or trade school, or graduation within the last 6 months.
- Major in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Political Science, Public Administration, Law, Public Affairs, Communications, Public Relations, Public Policy, History, or a related field.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to research information and prepare formal correspondence.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel.
- Ability to work independently and maintain a professional appearance.
- Previous office experience is preferred.
- Ability to pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting and a pre-screen interview.
Location & details#
- Location: Silverado, California.
- Modality: Hybrid (combination of remote and in-person work).
- Time commitment: Minimum 5 hours per week during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
- Duration: One semester or quarter, up to a maximum of 12 months.
- Note: Background investigations can take two to three months to process.
About County of Orange
The County of Orange operates as a government agency based in Santa Ana, California. It provides regional public services to the community. The organization employs over 5,000 people to manage its operations. It focuses on delivering public services through various departments.
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