Unpaid Internship Interest Form

Unpaid Internship Interest Form

Irving Leading Interns for Tomorrow (ILIFT), the City of Irving's dynamic internship program, prioritizes high school, undergraduate and graduate students' academic goals with the city's objectives. The program, unlike any other, provides an opportunity for professional development and community engagement through meaningful work and impactful contributions.

High school students at least 16 years of age are eligible for unpaid internships and must submit this unpaid internship interest form. The City's unpaid internship opportunities are based on department discretion. Once your interest form is submitted, designated City personnel will review it and will contact you if there is a placement opportunity. Placement opportunities are not guaranteed.

The City has a limited number of paid intern and graduate intern positions for those at least 18 years of age. When we are accepting applications for one of these positions, the opportunity will be posted and applications must be submitted at

Unpaid internship duties and learning objectives may vary by department. Internship programs will be based on the interns' educational requirements, academic program, and the operational needs of the assigned department. Assignments are intended to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in a municipal government setting.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.