Administrative Intern - City of Highland Park

Who: The City of Highland Park, City Manager’s Office

What: The Administrative Intern assists in the general administration of local government through special projects and assignments. Responsibilities include:

• Communications: The Administrative Intern assists in communicating City policies to departments, City Council members and the general public; this may include drafting correspondence, preparing presentations and formulating new policies. This employee prepares various correspondences under the signature of the City Manager. This employee is also responsible for collaborating with department directors to compose a weekly report to the City Council. Additionally, the Administrative Intern will assist in the preparation and dissemination of press releases. The employee is also responsible for providing regular updates to the website and writing articles for the City’s monthly newsletter, the Highlander. Other communications work may include assistance with the Public Access Studio, public service announcements and procuring grants for funding. 
• Customer Service: The Administrative Intern handles inquiries from citizens regarding refuse and recycling collection, power outages, cable television, and is responsible for coordinating responses to general complaints received by the City Manager’s Office. 
• Special Events: The Administrative Intern will assist in the planning and implementation of special events including July 4th festivities, the holiday lighting ceremony, and various employee events. 
• Sustainability: The Administrative Intern will support and assist in the Sustainability Work Plan. The employee will also maintain oversight on sustainability programs such as electric charging stations, car sharing agreements and recycling partnerships with outside agencies. 
• Other Duties & Responsibilities: The Administrative Intern may provide staff support to City commissions as necessary. Special projects will be assigned to provide experience working with other City departments. 

Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Government, Communications, or related field, and active enrollment at an accredited college or university graduate program toward a Master's Degree in Public Administration, or related field.

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