The City of St. Louis is seeking candidates to fill the position of Administrative Intern working in the City Manager’s Office to assist with special projects. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in public administration. The intern will assist the City Manager and other senior staff in managing various projects, with a focus on economic development, grants management, and municipal systems implementation.

A summary of duties and preferred qualifications is listed in the Job Description below. Position will include compensation on an hourly basis depending on qualifications and will not include fringe benefits. Individuals wishing to be considered may submit their employment application and resume to Jamie Long by the end of business on Friday, October 4, 2024. EOE.

Job Description

Position Title: Administrative Intern – City Manager's Office
Department: City Manager’s Office
Reports To: City Manager or Designee
Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time, duration to be determined
Compensation: Hourly

Job Summary:

Highly motivated Administrative Intern to assist with special projects. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in public administration. The intern will assist the City Manager and other senior staff in managing various projects, with a focus on economic development, grants management, and municipal systems implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of economic development projects.
• Support grant research, application writing, and management of awarded grants.
• Oversee and assist with the rollout of the City’s electric outage management system.
• Create, organize, and present reports related to the City’s work order system.
• Prepare presentations and briefings for City Council and other stakeholders.
• Conduct research on best practices for municipal operations and recommend improvements.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong interest in municipal government operations and project management.
• Excellent research, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Work Environment:

This position is located in the City Manager's Office. Work will primarily be conducted in an office setting, with occasional site visits for certain projects. Some evening or weekend work may be required depending on project deadlines or events scheduled.

Benefits:

• Real-world experience in public administration and project management.
• Networking opportunities with city officials and local government professionals.
• Potential for academic credit depending on your institution's internship program.