Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Graduate Intern, Provo City Mayor's Office

Location: Provo, Ut

Salary: $15 per hour

Job: Part-time; 40 hours per week during the summer and 10 hours per week during school year

Deadline: February 25, 2016

Description: This is an intern position in the Mayor’s Office of Provo City Corporation.  The individual appointed to this position will be required to assist the Mayor and his staff in a variety of assignments and administrative projects.

Requirements: Bona fide graduate student in Public Administration or a related field.  Must have strong analytical and writing skills and be able to conduct research and exercise independent judgment. Valid, driver’s license is required at time of appointment.  Applicant may be disqualified on the basis of an unacceptable driving record as reflected by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.

This work requires remaining seated at a computer or desk for extended periods of time; frequent exposure to computers, electronics, electrical devices, noise, paper dust, toner, etc.  Position may also require exposure to high stress situations or environments, including, contact with the public in confrontational or uncomfortable circumstances.

Selection Factors: Thorough knowledge of analytical skills in organizing data and preparing reports; and good computer skills.  Applicant must have the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; interact effectively with co-workers and the public; be self motivated and exercise sound judgment; and work independently.

Pre-employment Testing: Prior to appointment, applicant will be required to successfully pass a drug screening and background investigation.  Individuals with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

To Apply: Go to www.provocity.jobs. Or go to the Provo City Division of Human Resources located at 351 West Center Street, Provo, UT

Transportation Planning Intern

Location: Casper, WY

Salary: $15.77 - $19.18 hourly

Time of Internship: Part-time; mid-May to mid-August

Deadline: March 11, 2016 11:59 pm, MST

Description: This position will assist with public engagement for the Comprehensive Plan update and conduct surveys for transit in the City of Casper. We anticipate a very robust public engagement effort in the community.  The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in Statistical Analysis, Program Evaluation, MS Excel, and Social Media platforms. Ability to work in GIS-based platforms is a plus.

Incumbents are responsible for assisting in a designated City department with a variety of projects and duties to assist in developing a skill set in a specialized area of study. Responsibilities may include data collection, research, public assistance, general office work, special projects and other duties related to the designated department. Receives direction from higher level supervisory staff within assigned department.

More Information: click here.

To Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/casperwy/jobs/1352653/transportation-planning-intern