Student Intern (Unbenefited, Part-Time) - Council District 3 Office

Summary

Internship Opportunity with Councilmember Anthony Tordillos

The Office of District 3 Councilmember Anthony Tordillos is seeking a college student for a paid internship to support the office's policy, community, and outreach work. Interns will have the opportunity to gain direct experience in all facets of local government, from supporting the creation of new legislation and developing communications materials to leading on constituent casework. The internship will be 15-19 hours per week (with flexibility to accommodate class schedules); the internship period is for 4 months, with the option to extend as agreed by the office and the intern.

Position duties include conducting policy research to support the councilmember's legislative priorities and draft well-written reports and memos summarizing findings, assisting in the creation of social media content, physical materials, and the biweekly newsletter, staffing the councilmember at meetings and supporting the planning and execution of District 3 community events and townhalls, leading on constituent casework by working with city staff, community organizations, and government agencies to address resident concerns, and attending meetings on behalf of the office with neighborhood associations and local agencies, taking notes, and providing updates on any necessary follow-up.

Minimum qualifications include education and experiences equivalent to completion of high school and current enrollment in an accredited college or university in an undergraduate or graduate program. A valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the state of California may be required in performing job duties.

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application, resume, cover letter, and answers to the job-specific questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional steps of the selection process may consist of one or more interviews. To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application and answer the job-specific questions on the City of San Jose website and submit the following: cover letter and resume.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. The City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Job Description

Internship Opportunity with Councilmember Anthony Tordillos

The Office of District 3 Councilmember Anthony Tordillos is seeking a college student for a paid internship to support the office's policy, community, and outreach work. Interns will have the opportunity to gain direct experience in all facets of local government, from supporting the creation of new legislation and developing communications materials to leading on constituent casework. The internship will be 15-19 hours per week (with flexibility to accommodate class schedules); the internship period is for 4 months, with the option to extend as agreed by the office and the intern.

Position duties include conducting policy research to support the councilmember's legislative priorities and draft well-written reports and memos summarizing findings, assisting in the creation of social media content, physical materials, and the biweekly newsletter, staffing the councilmember at meetings and supporting the planning and execution of District 3 community events and townhalls, leading on constituent casework by working with city staff, community organizations, and government agencies to address resident concerns, and attending meetings on behalf of the office with neighborhood associations and local agencies, taking notes, and providing updates on any necessary follow-up.

Minimum qualifications include education and experiences equivalent to completion of high school and current enrollment in an accredited college or university in an undergraduate or graduate program. A valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the state of California may be required in performing job duties.

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application, resume, cover letter, and answers to the job-specific questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional steps of the selection process may consist of one or more interviews. To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application and answer the job-specific questions on the City of San Jose website and submit the following: cover letter and resume.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. The City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.