About the role#
This is an extra-help student internship with the Merced County Department of Workforce Investment. You will gain work experience while providing general assistance to the department. This role is limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Perform various clerical duties as assigned.
- Assist with departmental projects and reports.
- Prepare research materials and information.
- Shadow staff in multiple office positions to learn different tasks.
- Support daily operational and administrative functions.
What you'll need#
- General computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- A valid California Driver's License.
- Experience in customer service, front desk operations, project management, or mentoring.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with minimal supervision.
- A desire to learn and grow professionally.
- Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing work demands.
- Commitment to the County's Core Integrity.
Location & details#
- Location: 1900 Airdrome Entry, Atwater, California.
- Compensation: $16.90 to $23.00 per hour.
- Term: Rolling application period.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Benefits: Extra-help employees are not entitled to standard County benefits, though you may accrue up to 40 hours of paid sick leave in a 12-month period. You will participate in the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) plan instead of Social Security.
About Merced County
Merced County is a government agency located in the central San Joaquin Valley of California. It manages public services for a population of over 267,000 residents across 1,980 square miles. The organization employs more than 1,000 people and operates from its county seat in Merced. Its local economy relies on agriculture, manufacturing, and public sector operations.
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