Student Intern
Wake County Government Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
- Categories: Internship
- Job Type:
- Posted: Feb 19, 2025
Job Description:
Student Intern
Description
What You'll Be DoingThe Wake County General Services Administration (GSA)Student Intern position for current undergraduates and graduate students! This position will provide excellent exposure to work in a local government setting. You’ll work on one or more projects that will provide you with relevant experience when looking for a full-time job in the future. This internship is scheduled to end August 2025.
In addition to working on your identified project(s), GSA incorporates several other elements into the internship:
- Ability to attend meetings that provide broad exposure to the entire department's operations
- Cohort experience with interns from other departments - participating in site visits, informational interviews and ride-along(s) to provide an overview of all County departments
Potential summer projects include:
Assist the Business Administration Division with a budget and finance project using analytical skills for forecasting/modeling Assist with process mapping to document department processes and suggest improvements Support development of initiatives in GSA’s Priority Area of Professional Development and Upward Mobility
It is possible that other projects will emerge between now and when the internship starts. We try to match interns with a project(s) that best fits their interests and goals.
The work will be primarily in office in downtown Raleigh (parking available).
About Our Team
General Services Administration (GSA) manages Wake County owned and leased facilities, the Wake County fleet, provides criminal justice support and supports a number of General Government business units. GSA is dedicated to ensuring safe, productive work environments and safe, reliable vehicles for our customers.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Depending on the role, must be actively pursuing either a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related discipline No specific experience required Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Current graduate student pursuing a graduate degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy or a related program
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Ability to work independentlyAbility to manage a project by breaking it down into key tasksExcellent time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasksAbility to create and maintain good working relationshipsAbility to convey information clearly and concisely to various audiences both verbally and in writing
About This Position
Location: General Services Center Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Temporary
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm
Hiring Range: 24.00
Market Range: 21.78 - 28.03
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 2/27/2025
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.