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Capital Projects Department

Administrative Support Intern
Intern will provide clerical support and customer reception to project team members under the direct supervision of Manager of Administrative Services.
Responsibilities include: drafting and producing various correspondences, reports, spreadsheets and memos as requested by team members; processing and distributing incoming mail and package deliveries, including date stamping and distribution of time sensitive materials; maintenance of department informational materials and dissemination to staff and public; maintaining inventory of existing computer hardware and software and coordination of equipment maintenance; appropriately handling phone and public contacts; and assisting Records Manager with preparing records for archiving, scanning, copying and filing documents. Coursework in Office Management and experience with MS Outlook, Word and Excel preferred.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Coursework in Office Management and experience with MS Outlook, Word and Excel preferred.

Journalism Intern
This position will consult with and assist capital project managers and the Communications Manager with public relations needs including news releases, news conferences, groundbreaking and/or dedication events, public meetings, website content, newsletter articles, fliers and brochures.
Responsibilities include written communication, presentations, events, promotions and media relations as related to Capital Projects Department projects and initiatives. Other responsibilities include editing and writing copy for internal and external printed materials including employee and community newsletters, annual reports and other publications; writing and posting material for department Internet and Intranet sites; and coordination with other City departments and City Communications as it relates to communication activities.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Major coursework in Journalism and working knowledge of MS Office, InDesign and Photoshop preferred.

Capital Project Manager Intern
This position will provide assistance to capital project managers in the oversight of one or more capital improvement projects. The intern will be responsible for assisting professional engineering or architectural staff in the management of major engineering or architecture projects in the Transportation, Bridge or Public Buildings fields. This internship provides exposure to the planning, design, development, construction, renovation, maintenance and operation of capital improvements. Intern will gain experience in the planning, directing and coordinating of project delivery teams as well as coordinating activities with other divisions and departments in compliance with ordinances, statutes, department and City policies. Field work at major construction sites required. Priority given to college students in their 3rd+ year of a degree program.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Major coursework in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Architecture preferred. Experience in capital project management helpful; familiarity with OSHA construction safety regulations helpful. Requires pre-employment drug screen and physical.

City Council Office

City Council Intern
Interns will work for the hiring council member performing tasks such as filing, answering constituent calls and reviewing documents pertaining to City business and departments as directed. Interns will perform project duties as assigned by the individual council member or council staff, and interns may be expected to attend community meetings with the council member or council staff. Interns should have an interest in city government and the City Council.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Desired Background: high school graduate and/or college student pursuing coursework in political science, public administration and/or social science; proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; college level writing and communication skills.

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City Manager’s Office

City Manager’s Office — Administrative Division

City Manager’s Office Intern
The ideal candidate would be a self motivated, high energy, college student seeking a degree in public or business administration, urban affairs, economics or political science. The intern will be tasked with coordinating short term projects, policy research and managing constituent affairs. The intern will have the opportunity to interface with several departments, which include but are not limited to: Housing, Neighborhood & Community Services, Health and City Planning & Development.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Desired Background: college student pursuing coursework in political science, public administration and/or social science; proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; college level writing and communication skills.

City Manager’s Office — 3-1-1 Service Center

3-1-1 Service Center Intern
Duties and responsibilities may include the following:

Working with 3-1-1 Service Center management to effectively resolve complex and sensitive customer service issues
Assisting with continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times for service requests and streamline work processes to provide quality, seamless customer service
Establishing a positive, effective working relationship with the public, City management and staff
Gaining a working knowledge of City ordinances, policies, procedures and codes
Performing administrative research, studies and surveys
Collecting and reporting on data from the PS CRM system to be used in administrative, fiscal, budgetary and/or procedural analyses
Assisting in the preparation of reports
Taking calls from residents and creating requests for service
Interns must have the ability to:
Work independently while exercising sound judgment
Follow written and verbal instructions
Function successfully as part of the 3-1-1 Service Center team
Work cooperatively with City employees and the public
Prepare clear, concise, accurate and comprehensive written documents and statistical reports as well as progress reports
Have excellent computer skills
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: 16 years of age and older

City Manager’s Office — City Communications Office

Convergent Media Journalist and Public/Media Relations Intern
Intern must possess good journalistic writing skills, knowledge of AP Style, basic knowledge of Microsoft Office computer programs. Experience in digital photography, digital video and video editing desired. Responsibilities will include:

writing news releases
researching and writing copy for publications, newsletters and television news stories
assisting with news conferences
developing and packaging media kits
gathering images and audio using digital video and digital photography technologies

Position Types: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Required background: Enrollment in an accredited four year college or university with a declared major in journalism, public relations, communications or a media-related program. Prefer upper level students

Communications Specialist Intern
Intern must possess good journalistic writing skills, knowledge of AP Style, basic knowledge of Microsoft Office computer programs. Experience in digital and 35mm photography desired. Responsibilities will include: writing, project coordination, media relations, assisting with news conferences, developing and packaging media kits, writing copy for publications, creating and editing stories for the monthly newsletter, assisting with the development of a variety of public information plans and internal/external communication projects.
Position Types: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Intern must possess good journalistic writing skills, knowledge of AP Style, basic knowledge of Microsoft Office computer programs. Experience in digital and 35mm photography desired.

Graphic Design/Photography Intern
Intern will assist in the development and design of photographs and graphics for a variety of projects. Intern will gain experience in all areas of design strategy and production using diverse media: newsletters, logos, identity systems and promo pieces. Positions require a working knowledge of desktop publishing techniques and strong design skills. Experience using Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and experience in digital and 35mm photography is desired.
Position Types: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Positions require a working knowledge of desktop publishing techniques and strong design skills. Experience using Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and experience in digital and 35mm photography is desired

Website Content Editor Assistant Intern
Intern will assist Website Content Editor with writing, editing and managing content on the City’s website. Position requires good journalistic writing skills in a variety of formats, knowledge of AP style, Web content management systems, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft Office computer programs.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Position requires good journalistic writing skills in a variety of formats, knowledge of AP style, Web content management systems, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft Office computer programs.

City Manager’s Office — Office of Environmental Quality

Contract Management Intern
Interns will assist the EnergyWorks KC Contract Manager in the management of contacts/contractors necessary to implement the program. The intern will work collaboratively with the sub-recipients of the EnergyWorks KC initiative, program staff, and the community. The intern will assist in applicable research, tracking of initiative goals and objectives, and assist in the preparation of all reports to meet or exceed the requirements of the American Recovery and Reinvestment act (ARRA) of 2009 and the U.S. Department of Energy.
Examples of duties:

Assist with the monitoring of activities, expenditures, and progress toward goals and objectives
Research water conservation materials such as high efficiency toilets, water saving shower heads and faucets, and any other materials applicable to water conservation
Problem solving at a strategic level, working with others to reach a resolution
Set and meet achievement targets and timelines
Create project work plans and necessary forms, and revise, as appropriate, to meet changing needs and requirements
Deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations
Effectively communicate relevant project information to a range of stakeholders
Work with Contract Manager to develop data base of quantified goals and objectives
Any other duties as assigned

Ability to: make educated decisions; use personal computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet and database; ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner; identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change; effective communication and problem solving; work cooperatively and productively with program staff, other department staff and contract agencies; maintain project confidentiality as appropriate.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Preferably college student; proficient with Microsoft Office, database and other software; Internet, Intranet, Extranet and client/server architectures; new and emerging technologies and potential applications to the program; emerging industry practices; and research methods and techniques.

Marketing and Outreach Intern
Intern will assist the EnergyWorks KC Marketing Coordinator to meet organizational and program objectives. The intern will work collaboratively with the sub-recipients of the EnergyWorks KC initiative, program staff, and the community. The intern will assist in applicable research, advertising and promotional activities, and assist in the preparation of traditional and non-traditional marketing collateral to meet or exceed the requirements of the American Recovery and Reinvestment act (ARRA) of 2009 and the U.S. Department of Energy.
Examples of Duties:

Assist with marketing, advertising and promotional activities
Assist with editing and managing content on the City’s website
Engage and respond to customers using various social media strategies
Revise and publish electronic newsletters
Maintain and organize promotional material for the EnergyWorks KC initiative
Conduct customer research
Problem solving at a strategic level, working with others to reach a resolution
Set achievement targets and timelines
Create project work plans and necessary forms, and revise, as appropriate, to meet changing needs and requirements
Deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations
Effectively communicate relevant project information to colleagues
Work with Marketing Coordinator to develop database of quantified goals and objectives
Any other duties as assigned

Ability to: organize; problem solve and use creativity; use personal computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet and database; make educated decisions; ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner; identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change; effective communication; work cooperatively and productively with program staff, other department staff and contract agencies; maintain project confidentiality as appropriate.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Proficient with Microsoft Office, Internet, and desktop publishing techniques and design skills. The ideal candidate will have strong experience using Facebook, Twitter, and other social media outlets.

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Conventions and Entertainment Department

Marketing Intern
Sell advertisement on the digital screens at the Convention Center. Manage the Convention Center’s website and digital screens. Working with Ticketmaster; increase ticket sales through marketing campaigns and media planning. Give bi-monthly updates for the Convention Center on the Weekly Report for channel 2 , update display cases and poster displays. Work on special events and activities throughout the year that include: Convention Center’s annual golf tournament, annual New Year’s Eve event, City Charity campaign, Employee Relations Committee and Convention’s newsletter
Position Types: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: N/A

Facilities Intern
Intern will be responsible for setting up City facilities, such as auditorium and arena facilities, for meetings, conferences, banquets, performing arts, etc. The intern is also responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of area sidewalks and public entrances. Work duty responsibility includes effectively completing work orders through repetitive bending, heavy lifting, a high degree of walking and kneeling, and as warranted, giving moderately technical instructions to unskilled and semi-skilled workers. Specific instructions are received from a supervisor who reviews work in process and upon completion for conformance to instructions.
Position Types: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: N/A

Finance Department

Taxpayer Services–Administrative Support Intern (Revenue Division)
Primary responsibilities for this position will include assisting regular full-time employees with the following department critical tasks: completing preparation for scanning of documents, scanning correspondence from taxpayers;other various general clerical duties which include:

Basic understanding of office equipment
Having the ability to do work requiring attention to details
Prepare documents needing to be scanned
Scan correspondences from taxpayers
Various general clerical duties

Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: See above

Document Processing – Administrative Support Intern (Revenue Division)
Primary responsibilities for this position will include assisting regular full-time employees with the following department critical tasks:

Completing accounting entries to recognize revenues in the Revenue Division tax system
Data entry of tax returns and payments received from taxpayers
Researching unposted/mis-posted items
Opening and sorting mail
Taxpayer account maintenance functions
Other various general clerical duties

Additional Requirements:

Basic understanding of office equipment
Able to perform detailed work involving written and numerical data
Keyboarding skills – both computer and 10-key skills
Ability to make basic mathematical calculations
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately

Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: See above

Business License – Administrative Support Intern (Revenue Division)
Primary responsibilities for this position will include assisting with general clerical duties associated with the daily operations of the Business License Section of the Revenue Division including the following types of tasks:

Faxing documents
Making photocopies
Answering the phone and taking messages in peak periods
Other various general clerical duties

Additional Requirements:

Basic understanding of office equipment
Ability to complete work with attention to detail
Ability to handle confidential information and documents appropriately

Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: See above

General Services Department

Procurement Services Intern
Intern will perform a variety of functions including: filing, data entry, making copies, serving as a backup receptionist and mailing correspondences. Position may also be responsible for updating and formatting spreadsheets and providing assistance to senior buyers and buyers during the procurement process. Must have experience with office machines such as copiers, faxes, basic computers and printers. Should be a team player with excellent customer service and people skills; ability to comprehend and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Must have experience with office machines such as copiers, faxes, basic computers and printers.

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Health Department

Administrative Support Intern
Intern will be responsible for daily filing, answering phones and helping with general office duties. Individual will organize important correspondence and handle a wide range of duties requiring filing, keeping records, making copies and typing. The intern will also operate a variety of office equipment, including printers, copiers and computers, and will relieve clerical staff for breaks and lunches. The intern will assist with answering phone and minor administrative matters and assists citizens and customers regarding a wide range of information services.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired background: High School graduation. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Some knowledge of Microsoft software: Word, Access, and Excel. Must have data entry skills and be capable of making valid professional decisions and judgment.

Housing Department

Administrative Support Intern
Intern will be responsible for daily filing, answering phones and helping with general office duties. Individual will organize important correspondence and handle a wide range of duties requiring filing, keeping records, making copies and data entry. The intern will also operate a variety of office equipment, including printers, copiers and computers, and will relieve clerical staff for breaks and lunches. The intern will assist with answering phone and minor administrative matters and assists citizens and customers regarding a wide range of information services.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired background: High School graduation. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Some knowledge of Microsoft software: Word, Access and Excel. Must have data entry skills and be capable of making valid professional decisions and judgment.

Human Relations Department

Investigation Intern — Civil Rights Division
Student will investigate claims of employment, housing and public accommodations discrimination. Student will also conduct research and participate in special projects in the above areas. Desired background: Experience/coursework in civil rights law.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired background; law student
Compliance Officer Intern – Minority/Women’s Business Enterprise Division
Student will update forms in accordance with statute requirements and compile training manual with staff guidance.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired Background: excellent written and oral communication skills, 18 years of age and older
Compliance Officer Intern – Contract Compliance Division
Student will update Contractors Training list and assist with compiling training materials with staff guidance.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired Skills: Excellent written and oral communication along with Microsoft experience in Excel, Access and Word

Small Business Development Division Intern
The following statements describe, but are not limited to, the entire scope and level of work to be performed by this position.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with covering the front desk and reception responsibilities of the Small Business Development Division and Section 3 Office Facility making sure all visitors are greeted courteously and that they sign in properly before proceeding to their destination within the facility.
Assist with file maintenance and record keeping for the Section 3 office and the Small Business Development Division.
Assist with answering the telephones and responding to questions from the public in an accurate and courteous manner. Documentation of all telephonic inquiries and assistance provided.
Assistance with visitors to the computer room and map room in the use of the equipment in these sections of the facility.
Assistance with check out and check in of resource materials to microenterprises.
Other assistance duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work well with staff and courteously with the public.
Good computer skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Interest in learning about the principles and practices of small business operations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Willingness to learn how to gather data, compile information and prepare reports

Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: See above

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Human Resources Department

Employee Benefits Intern
Employee Benefits and Retirement Division. Intern will participate in division activities, perform entry-level accounting tasks, reconcile payments and reports, assist with records management projects, prepare benefits information packets for distribution, develop information releases for division’s Intranet site, assist with telephone and walk-in office support, and perform other duties as assigned.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired background: Attention to detail, excellent communication skills (listening, verbal and written), an understanding of basic accounting procedures, ability to lift 25-pound boxes, and knowledge of Microsoft Office products and office equipment
Information Technology Department

Application Analyst Intern
The Enterprise Systems Division is seeking an intern(s) to work with all sections (WEB, PeopleSoft, Municipal Court, etc...) to help create documentation of application processes, workflow and operating procedures. The selected candidate may also assist with the development of small to medium business applications. Other duties will include attending meetings, creating presentations and research.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired background: information technology.

Customer Support Center Intern
The ITD Customer Support Center serves as the primary contact point for City employees with information technology needs and questions. The Customer Support Center Intern will learn elements of a number of technologies, and will gain a basic understanding of City government structure, as well as, the work units within the Information Technology Department. The Customer Support Center Intern, under the guidance of an experienced Senior Technician, will be given the opportunity to review e-mail request for assistance, assign “helpdesk tickets,” and possibly resolve some requests for employees.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: N/A

PC Support Intern
The position may also include exposure to mainframe operations and the day-to-day activities of a NOC (Network Operations Center). Intern will assist with the daily installations, updates, problem solving and tracking of computer equipment.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired background: information technology.
Telephone Support Intern/Network Support Intern
This position will work with field telephone technicians and telecommunication network technicians and assist with related documentation.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Desired background: information technology.

Enterprise Infrastructure Management – Aviation Intern
This position will require a working knowledge of Windows-based operating systems. The intern may have to provide minor workstation hardware and software diagnosis and maintenance. Intern may also be required to install printers and peripheral equipment. This may require some lifting (less than 30 pounds).
The successful candidate will need to be very detail oriented, adaptable, must maintain a positive attitude and take initiative in identifying ways to assist the division in functioning more effectively and efficiently. As well, this candidate is required to provide top-notch customer service internally and externally.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: N/A

Enterprise Infrastructure Management – Water Intern
This position will require a working knowledge of Windows-based operating systems. The intern may have to provide minor workstation hardware and software diagnosis and maintenance. Intern may also be required to install printers and peripheral equipment. This may require some lifting (less than 30 pounds).
The successful candidate will need to be very detail oriented, adaptable, must maintain a positive attitude and take initiative in identifying ways to assist the division in functioning more effectively and efficiently. As well, this candidate is required to provide top-notch customer service internally and externally.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: N/A

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Mayor’s Office

Public Policy Intern
Interns will work for the Mayor’s support staff performing tasks such as filing, answering constituent calls and reviewing documents pertaining to City business and departments as directed. Interns will perform project duties as assigned. Interns will attend community meetings with the Mayor and staff personnel. Interns should have an interest in city government.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; advanced writing and communication skills; 16 years of age and older

Communications Intern
Communications assignments may include, but are not limited to: preparing correspondence to various community leaders and organizations, preparing the Mayor's remarks for special community events, gathering information for press releases, posting and responding to comments and questions on social media sites including Facebook and Twitter, updating the Mayor's website, brainstorming new and unconventional ways to promote Kansas City, providing public relations to the community.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; advanced writing and communication skills; 16 years of age and older.

Operations Intern
Operations assignments may include, but are not limited to: ensuring that the Mayor's Office is properly staffed during office hours, vetting the Mayor's appointees to boards and commissions, tracking boards and commissions applications, writing letters to acknowledge outstanding employee performance, planning the Mayor's departmental meet and greet sessions, planning, coordinating and participating in recruitment events, and developing databases that consolidate important and readily used information.
Position Types: Summer Internships.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; advanced writing and communication skills; 16 years of age and older

Policy Intern
Policy assignments may include, but are not limited to: researching statutes, ordinances and policy effecting the City, best practices and innovative programs and initiatives in other cities, development of new and innovative initiatives to pilot in the City, observing board and commission meetings that govern or affect the City's financial and/or legislative policies.
Position Types: Summer Internships.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; advanced writing and communication skills; 16 years of age and older.

Community Affairs Intern
Community Affairs assignments may include, but are not limited to: resolving, tracking and registering constituent issues and concerns, observing and participating in district, neighborhood or community meetings, maintaining positive working relationships with citizens of all ages, races, and sexual orientation and planning and coordinating major events that impact the City as a whole.
Position Types: Summer Internships.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; advanced writing and communication skills; 16 years of age and older.
Intergovernmental Operations Intern
Intergovernmental Operations assignments may include, but are not limited to: maintaining positive working relationships between the Mayor and the in-district and at-large City Council members, observing Business and Legislative Sessions, and tracking legislative activity; working with other governmental agencies whose work and actions may impact the City.
Position Types: Summer Internships.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; advanced writing and communication skills; 16 years of age and older.

Municipal Court

Customer Service Intern
Prosecutor’s Office Customer Service Intern Provide information to the public regarding prosecutorial services, acts as a liaison for public enquiries, provide court information and assistance to individuals, sign-in witnesses, provide filing and clerical work as needed. Intern will work under the direction of the City Prosecutor.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: N/A

Domestic Violence Program Intern
Prosecutor’s Office Domestic Violence Program Intern Provide information to the public regarding prosecutorial services, acts as a liaison for public enquiries, provide court information and assistance to individuals, sign-in witnesses, provide filing and clerical work as needed. Complete training in domestic violence and assist domestic violence and child abuse victims with basic court enquiries, assist victim assistants with victim notification letters, filing and witness court notifications. Intern will work under the direction of the Program Director for the Domestic Violence Unit.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: N/A

Neighborhood and Community Service Department

Neighborhood and Community Service Intern
The Neighborhood and Community Services Department is comprised of seven divisions: Administrative Services, Animal Health and Public Safety, Human Services, Neighborhood Services, Neighborhood Preservation, Regulated Industries and Tow Services. Interns will facilitate and perform a variety of duties that include but are not limited to: customer service, community organization and development project participation, data entry, filing, grant research assistance and website development. Candidates must possess knowledge of modern office principles, practices and equipment, professional telephone etiquette and techniques, business English, reading and comprehension, grammar and basic math. Interns must have ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with general public, City officials and staff.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must possess knowledge of modern office principles, practices and equipment, professional telephone etiquette and techniques, business English, reading and comprehension, grammar and basic math. Interns must have ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with general public, City officials and staff.

Parks and Recreation Department

Parks and Recreation Interns
Interns will work closely with recreation professionals in various recreational settings, research best recreational practices and trends. Specific job tasks will be to assist with the planning and implementation of the summer programs/activities/events in the Parks and Recreation Department. Intern will be expected to provide leadership skills, be actively engaged, enthusiastic, and display exceptional customer service.
Position Types: Summer internships
Minimum qualifications: Desired Background: preferred experience/coursework in education, physical education, recreation, sports, arts and crafts or other relevant work and a working knowledge of Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, intranet and Adobe. Preferred intern must have good people skills and able to work within a dynamic work environment.

Grounds Intern
This position will perform duties such as Litter control, mowing (weed eater work and walk behind push mower), assist with light construction work such as carpentry, concrete and asphalt work and plumbing. This is a labor intensive position in which the employee will be subjected to all types of weather.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum qualifications: N/A

Green House Intern
This position will perform duties such as planting, weeding and deadheading the annual and perennial flower beds. The person would be helping to prepare the flower beds for planting, mulching of perennial beds and pruning of shrub beds. This is a labor intensive position in which the employee will be subjected to all types of weather.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum qualifications: N/A

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Public Works Department

Administrative Support Intern
Intern will provide administrative and clerical support for the department under the direct supervision of the Assistant to the Director (Administrative Services).
Responsibilities include: data collection and entry, researching information for administrative projects, draft general correspondence; producing reports and spreadsheets; various customer service activities to include appropriately handling phone calls and public contacts. Maintaining files and records; scanning, copying and distributing documents.
College student with major coursework in business related field and experience with MS Outlook, Word and Excel preferred.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: College student with major in business, management or related field. Some work experience preferred

Bike KC Communications Intern
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self-starter pursuing a degree in journalism, communications, public relations, graphic design, English, or other related field seeking hands on experience. The intern will be responsible for developing a series of communication tools to inform stakeholders of program and project progress. Sample projects include: produce and edit YouTube style videos of local trails and bike facilities; create a slideshow of local bike/ped amenities that can be streamed on the web; update Facebook and Twitter information and submit postings; write and produce a newsletter; compile active living news of national activities in the field, identify new and innovative forms of communications tools that appeal to the urban professional, and other ideas you may have.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Must be currently enrolled in college with a minimum sophomore standing and major coursework in any of the above mentioned degrees. Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and provide a writing sample. Creative, self-motivated individuals with a positive attitude and innovative thinking encouraged to apply. Interest in bike/pedestrian issues a plus. Position reports to the Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator in the Public Works Department.

Active Living KC Project Intern
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self-starter, with strong writing skills, pursuing a degree in urban planning, engineering, or related field seeking hands on experience with multi-modal transportation projects. The intern will be responsible for researching and writing two active living case studies highlighting local projects that have successfully incorporated bicycle and pedestrian amenities and increased physical activity. Additional project support may also be required.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Must be currently enrolled in college with a minimum junior standing and major coursework in any of the above mentioned degrees. Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and provide a writing sample. Creative, self-motivated individuals with a positive attitude encouraged to apply. Interest in bike/pedestrian issues a plus. Position reports to the Active Living Coordinator in the Public Works Department.

Bicycle Pedestrian Project Intern
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self-starter, with strong writing skills, and GIS experience pursuing a degree in urban planning, engineering, or related field seeking hands on experience with multi-modal transportation projects. The intern will update bicycle parking map and guidelines; assist with updates to trails map; review bike/trail maps from other cities and provide recommendations for local bike/trail map content and design; review and edit draft bike master plan report and map; and other project support as needed.
Position Type: Summer Internship
Minimum Qualifications: Must be currently enrolled in college with a minimum junior standing and major coursework in any of the above mentioned degrees. Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; provide a writing sample and example of GIS skills/knowledge. Creative, self-motivated individuals with a positive attitude encouraged to apply. Interest in bike/pedestrian issues a plus. Position reports to the Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator in the Public Works Department.

Water Services Department

Labor Intern
Intern will participate in the installation and replacement of wastewater sewer mains and lateral connections. Repairs manholes and breaks in existing gravity sewers and lateral connections. Uses hand tools and other specialized tools in making sewer cuts, laying new line to grade, reconnecting sewer lines. Participates in the restoration of work site locations, backfilling excavations, dirt work restoration, seeding or sodding, setup of erosion control measures, concrete placement and finishing, tear down and replacement of fences, replacement of landscaping or other structures located on the worksite property, utilizing proper techniques in minimizing damages to existing utilities.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: N/A

Engineering Intern
Intern will assist with filing of projects, packets and drawings in our file room and familiarize him or herself with engineering drawings, project files and the history and accessibility of projects and the data that is needed from them. Intern will also be responsible for filling out hydrant and valve cards with measurements and locations, data from the drawings as well as assisting with the field marked prints and the review of record drawings submitted by the contractors. This individual will be responsible for taking measurements for the field marked prints on the job sites and assist with flow tests and main shuts. This work will require getting introduced to the actual construction process in the field.
Position Types: Summer Internships
Minimum Qualifications: civil engineering, or some civil engineering preferred.