Who: City of Highland Park
What: The City of Highland Park is seeking an Administrative Intern to assist in the general administration
of local government through special projects and assignments. This internship is approximately 19
hours per week.
The Administrative Intern performs work in the following primary areas:
- 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.
- Assists in the preparation and dissemination of press releases and weekly electronic
newsletters. Responsible for providing regular updates to the website and writing articles
for the City's monthly newsletter.
- Other communications work may include assistance with the Public Access Studio, public
service announcements, developing and maintaining a current library of City videos and
photography, and procuring grants for funding.
- 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.
- Assists in the planning and implementation of special events including July 4th festivities,
the holiday lighting ceremony, and various employee events.
- Supports and assists in the Sustainability Work Plan.
- Provides staff support to City commissions as necessary.
- Special projects will be assigned to provide experience working with other City
departments.
Qualification Requirements
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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.
Additional information, full description, and application available at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highlandpark/jobs/2671823
