Now accepting applications for Spring and Summer 2022!Do you have the desire to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse community? The City of Irvine is an energetic and progressive organization with an unparalleled commitment to excellence, integrity, and quality service. As such, we seek Interns who are enthusiastic, forward-thinking, professional, and creative. Interns will assist staff in the day-to-day activities within a busy governmental agency. Students or recent graduates selected for the position perform a range of duties from very basic activities to those requiring higher skill levels and professional expertise.Duties vary but may include: Perform research, analysis, and administrative support duties. Respond to questions from the public and/or community organizations.Coordinate special projects and community outreach.Create and update resource materials, reports, and data analyses.Interact with City staff, residents, and other governmental and community-based organizations.Time CommitmentMinimum 12 - 15 hours per week for three or more months. Hours can be scheduled in 3 to 8 hour blocks of time during regular business hours (Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.). Applicants able to schedule the maximum hours/duration listed for the internship typically gain a more in-depth experience. Internship Description Interns perform research, analysis, and a variety of administrative support duties, allowing students and recent graduates to gain experience and learn about municipal government functions and tasks related to a specific program area. Find more information on the Volunteer Intern job description. Your TeamIrvine is recognized as one of America's Best Places to Live, according to Money Magazine . The City of Irvine has the distinction of being one of the safest cities in the United States with a population of more than 100,000, based upon FBI statistics on violent crime.The ProcessCandidates with the most direct experience and education background will be contacted when an Internship opportunity becomes available. The selection process will include an interview and a background check. Candidates may also be required to take and pass a medical examination, including drug screening, to ensure their ability to perform assigned duties. Please note, Public Safety processing includes the additional step of a pre-poly exam. Please give yourself plenty of time to participate in the process.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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: Continuous