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Job Description
Description
Do you desire to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse community?
Help our collaborative team serve the City of Irvine.
The Great Park Development Division in the City Manager's Department is seeking a part-time intern to support the City's Great Park project management operations. The Intern I Project Assistant - Great Park Development position will offer a valuable opportunity to gain experience and insight into municipal government operations. This is a limited, one year, part-time, up to 19-hours per week position. Hours are generally flexible and the position may be extended at the discretion of the division.
For details on this internship opportunity, please click the link below:
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Minimum Qualifications- Currently enrolled in college or a certification program pursuing a degree in construction or project management, civil engineering, architecture, or related field.
- Strong Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required.
- Possess, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
Supplemental Information
Your Team
The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine’s five values of Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine through embrace of a team-oriented approach by living our values every day.
The Great Park Development Divis ion, part of the City Manager’s Office, oversees the delivery of the Great Park Framework Plan, adopted in March 2023. The Great Park spans nearly 1,300 acres, with over 500 acres open for recreational use, and 300 more in development. The framework plan adds 300 acres, featuring a world-class outdoor amphitheater, a lake, new cultural attractions, food and beverage hub, and vast areas for passive
enjoyment. Great Park offers a diverse, community-focused space framed by nature and open areas. Designed to enhance well-being, foster community, and celebrate Irvine’s heritage, the park blends natural beauty with cultural and recreational amenities.
The Process
Find more information in the Intern - I job description.
I nterview: After a thorough review of applications, those candidates deemed most qualified as reflected in their application will be invited to an interview.
Background Check : A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to appointment.
Candidates may also be required to take and pass a medical examination, including drug screening, to ensure their ability to perform assigned duties.
Part-time employees are employed "at will" and their services can be discontinued without cause.
Certain City budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions. A qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.
Closing Date/Time: 10/28/2025 5:00 PM Pacific -
Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Irvine
Show moreThe City of Irvine was incorporated on December 28, 1971, under the general laws of the State of California. We operate under a charter law form of government which was adopted in 1975, meaning we have a City Council-City Manager form of government. The City Manager is appointed by the City Council to function as the chief administrator of the City. City Council sets the policy directions for the City, and the City Manager is charged with implementing those directions. Additionally, the City Manager keeps the Council informed of City operations, prepares the annual budget, oversees special programs, and coordinates the various department activities.
Irvine is one of the nation's largest planned urban communities and encompasses over 66 square miles and has a current population of more than 310,000. We contract for fire and medical services with the County of Orange, and have three independent districts: library, educational and utility services.
Other government services include: animal control; building and safety regulation and inspection; general administrative services; planning and zoning; police; public facility/capital improvement construction; recreation and cultural programs; refuse collection and recycling; street lighting; street maintenance; landscape maintenance and transportation management.
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