Available GCIP Internships
The following internship opportunities are available in county governments across the state. All applications must be made directly to the county through the link, email address, or contact provided. The listing for each internship opportunity was created and submitted by the county in accordance with their employment policies and practices. These positions are posted through the Foundation website as a courtesy to county grant participants to increase visibility and interest in these internship opportunities. Any questions about these positions should be directed to the county.
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Douglas County Human Resources Internship (Douglas County)
Location: Douglas County
City: Douglasville
Department: Human Resources
Contact: NA
Phone Number: NA
Email: NA
Description
Apply at: Douglas County Government | Job opportunities (civicplushrms.com)
The Douglas County Human Resources Department is looking for an energetic, hard-working, and detail-oriented intern interested in gaining experience in Human Resource Administration in the local government arena. The ideal Intern for this project will have a background in human resource or studying toward a degree in human resource management or related field. Familiarity with HRIS (Human Resources Information System) software is advantageous. Our goal “Transform Douglas” includes an objective; leverage technology to modernize and ensure full utilization of county resources.” Summer of 2023 will be an ideal time for an intern to collaborate with the technology services team, gather information, research themes, and build a Human Resources SharePoint site!
In addition to gaining real-world local government experience, the intern will be exposed to a wide range of Human Resources functions.
Qualifications
- Recent college graduates may be selected for an internship provided they can provide proof that their graduation was within six months of the start date of the internship
- High school students who are dually enrolled in a college program and are 16 years of age or older may also participate
- A well-developed interest and/or passion for Technology and Human Resources
- Project Management experience preferred
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint experience a plus
- Excellent research, communication and organization skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work product
- Available to intern 15 - 20 hours per week
- Possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License (Class C) and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) and the ability and willingness to drive a county vehicle; if assigned job duties require the use of a vehicle
Employment is contingent on passing a mandatory Physical/Drug Screen/MVR and Background Investigation.
The recruitment, selection, appointment and promotion of employees shall be in such a manner as to promote equal employment for all persons without regard to race, age, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, physical handicap or political affiliation.
Date Posted: 05/03/2023
Deadline to Apply: Rolling until filled
Start Date: May 2023
Duration: 200 hours
Hours Per Week: 15-20 per week
Salary: $15/hr
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Polk County Human Resources Internship (Polk County )
Location: Polk County
City: Cedartown
Department: Human Resources
Contact: Nendra Wofford
Phone Number: NA
Email: [email protected]
Description
Apply by submitting resume to Human Resources Director at [email protected].
Job Summary
Polk County Human Resources Department is looking for an energetic, hard-working, and detailoriented intern interested in gaining experience in Human Resource Administration in the local government arena. The ideal Intern for this position will have a background in human resource or studying toward a degree in human resource management or related field.
Major Duties
Assists employees in person, by telephone, and by email with human resources and payroll matters.
• Help schedules human resources events, including insurance enrollments, retirement meetings, and
benefits meetings.
• Schedules and coordinates new employee and random drug screens with appropriate
vendors/medical facilities.
• Maintains personnel files and records in compliance with HIPPA regulations.
• Creates job announcements and posts to job search sites and internal job boards.
• Remove the job posts once the vacancy has been filled to avoid unnecessary job alerts.
• Organize and set up interviews with any shortlisted candidates.
• Updating company databases by inputting new employee contact information and employment
details.
• Work in co-op with human resources specialist and other HR staff if needed to complete annual HR
duties.
• Performs related duties.
• Skill in the use of such office equipment as a computer, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
• Skill in oral and written communicationQualifications
Enrolled in a university or college program at junior or senior level, preferred course of study to
include Human Resources Management or related field.
• Recent graduates if you can provide proof of graduating within 6 months of intern start date.
• High school students who are dually enrolled in a college program and are 16 years of age or older
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Available to intern 15- 20 hours per week
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license and a satisfactory vehicle record (MVR).
• Proficient in MS Office
• Able to demonstrate professional work ethicDate Posted: 03/16/2023
Deadline to Apply: Rolling until filled
Start Date: May 2023
Duration: 200 hours
Hours Per Week: Minimum 15 hours per week.
Salary: $12/hr
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Keep Jasper Clean Internship (Jasper County )
Location: Jasper County
City: Monticello
Department: Board of Commissioners
Contact: NA
Phone Number: NA
Email: NA
Description
Jasper County is seeking a Summer Intern to assist in the jump start of the Keep Jasper Clean Campaign. This is a great opportunity for a student to learn how to market and launch a public campaign, develop marketing materials, engage the public through public outreach, and better understand county government operations.
The intern will have the following duties:
- Build community interest in the Keep Jasper Clean program by engaging the public in community clean-up efforts through public meetings and public outreach
- Attend and help lead public meetings related to the campaign
- Create flyers and other marketing materials
- Assist the Administrative Services Duties to formulate projects for the upcoming year
- Assist with administrative tasks including, but not limited to, creating and updating Word and Excel documents, creating and managing correspondence, data collection, social media management, and other tasks as assigned
Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have the following skills:
- Excellent communication and customer service skills as this person will be responsible for engaging the public to assist in clean-up efforts in the community
- Knowledge of and/or experience in creating flyers or similar materials
- Be detail-oriented
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, creation and management of social media content, and navigating websites,
- Ability to multi-task
All candidates must have a good attitude, interest in county government, and be enrolled in a university or technical college.
Interested applicants should download an application at www.jaspercountyga.org on the Human Resources tab or come to the ground floor of the Jasper County Courthouse, 126 W, Greene St, Ste. 18, Monticello, Georgia to obtain an application. Position open until filled
Date Posted: 03/20/2023
Deadline to Apply: Rolling until filled
Start Date: May 2023
Duration: 200 hours
Hours Per Week: Minimum 15 hours per week.
Salary: $12/hr
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Dougherty County Employee Engagement Internship (Dougherty County)
Location: Dougherty County
City: Albany
Department: Human Resources
Contact: Erica Potts
Phone Number: 229-302-3022
Email: [email protected]
Description
(Applications must be submitted AFTER March 27)
First, the intern will actively engage with various Department Managers to develop a career map. Career maps will allow the intern and manger to think strategically about the different career paths within our organization and how employees are able to meet their career goals internally. Secondly, the intern will work with the Public Information Office to develop a visual presentation of each department’s career ladder.
Qualifications
Enrolled in a university or college program as an undergraduate or graduate or have recently graduated from college within one year; Available to intern 20 hours per week; Proficient in Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and have a desire to learn more about Organizational Leadership or Public Administration; Students acquiring degrees or certification in Human Resources, Public Administration, or Organizational Leadership preferred.
Date Posted: 03/20/2023
Deadline to Apply: Rolling until filled
Start Date: May 2023
Duration: 200 hours
Hours Per Week: Minimum 20 hours per week
Salary: $12/hr