About the role#
Stanislaus County offers paid internships for college students to gain hands-on experience in public service. These roles allow you to work on projects in your area of interest while supporting county operations. You will work under the supervision of professional and technical staff who provide mentorship and guidance. This program is designed to help you build professional skills and establish a network while you continue your education. Schedules are flexible to accommodate your academic commitments.
What you'll do#
Interns assist professional staff across various departments. Depending on your specific assignment, tasks may include:
- Operating office equipment such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers.
- Answering telephones, directing calls, and taking messages.
- Maintaining and updating filing, inventory, and database systems.
- Communicating with customers and employees to answer questions or explain information.
- Typing, formatting, proofreading, and editing correspondence and documents.
- Collecting, counting, and disbursing money or performing basic bookkeeping.
- Processing and preparing business or government forms.
- Acting as a liaison between the public and county entities.
- Providing information and referrals regarding community services.
- Searching and compiling data for departmental reports.
- Participating in meetings and outreach events.
- Drafting press releases and editing website content.
- Assisting in the development of marketing and public relations plans.
What you'll need#
To qualify, you must be a junior or senior in a four-year degree program, in the final semester of a two-year degree program, or enrolled in a graduate program. Students enrolled in college coursework with special technical skills may also qualify. All applicants must meet the following requirements:
- A current cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
- A letter of recommendation from an instructor at your educational institution.
- Proof of full-time enrollment.
- A copy of your most recent grade report.
Location & details#
- Location: Various sites throughout California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $16.90 to $20.55 per hour.
- Status: Part-time, extra-help.
- Term: Rolling applications.
About Stanislaus County
Stanislaus County is a government agency based in Modesto, California. Founded in 1854, the organization serves a population of more than 557,000 residents in the Central Valley. It employs 2,641 people to provide public services across the region. The county focuses on community infrastructure, health, and local economic development.
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