What are the requirements for
application?
The successful applicant must have nearly
completed course work for the Master in Public Administration degree.
Can I apply if I have a Bachelor’s
degree and work experience?
No; completed course work toward a
Master’s degree is required.
What are the salary and benefits?
Annual salary is $28,000. In addition, a
comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance (single, two
person, or family coverage), dental coverage, prescription drug card,
vision care option, life insurance, sick leave, and eleven paid
holidays. Expenses will be paid for the annual ICMA conference. Many professional
development opportunities are also available.
How long does the internship last?
The internship is for one year.
When are applications
accepted?
Applications are typically accepted each year in February.
Selections are made in April.
How many internships positions are
available?
Up to three positions are available.
Where do the interns work?
Interns will work out of the County
Manager’s office.
What projects do the interns do?
Projects include research and analytical
work on an entry-level professional basis using various research
techniques and methods. Interns study administrative systems,
policies and practices, and attend County Commission meetings, County
Manager’s senior staff meetings, and local and regional conferences.
In addition, interns staff Commission meetings and subcommittee
meetings and respond to citizens’ requests for information. This
experience has proven to be an excellent training ground for higher
level administrative and managerial positions at all levels of
government.
What
are some examples of the projects?
Current interns have worked on projects on municipal solid waste
management, illegal dumping and economic forecasting. Other
assignments have involved citizen preparedness in dealing with
man-made and natural disasters and responding to numerous and various
citizen inquiry issues. Interns are encouraged to inquire into
important issues and suggest new approaches and directions. They
staff administrative and citizen committees and attend County
Commission meetings as well as management policy meetings. They also
attend local, regional and international professional conferences
during the year, where they meet and network with government
professionals from across the nation.
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