Graduate Intern - City Manager's Office

Salary: $18.73 - $21.85 Hourly
Location : Municipal Center - 1515 N. Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX
Job Type: Internship
Job Number: 2600277
Department: City Administration
Division: City Manager
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 7/17/2026 4:00 PM Central


GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $18.73/hr. minimum - $21.85/hr. midpoint (Depending on qualifications)

To provide a variety of highly responsible administrative functions in the City Manager's Office, including coordination of special programs and projects, the development and preparation of studies and reports; assists in resolving citizen complaints and inquiries; and provides administrative support to the City Manager and the City Council.

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SUPERVISION

• General supervision is provided by the Assistant to the City Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
2. Provide skilled, highly responsible administrative support to assist upper level administrative staff in the completion of their professional duties and responsibilities; participate in and take responsibility for special projects as assigned.
3. Compose, prepare and review a variety of memoranda, correspondence, reports, statistical analyses, and documents as assigned; distribute reports for review as needed.
4. Answer questions and provide information to the public; receive citizen and City Council complaints and questions and resolve or refer to appropriate City personnel.
5. Provide highly responsible administrative support to City Council members and boards and commissions by doing research and developing materials.
6. Design, write and coordinate preparation of informational materials, brochures, pamphlets, invitations and correspondence for distribution within the City and to other related external businesses and governmental agencies; including coordinating and completing various surveys.
7. Communicate professionally, courteously, and effectively with other city employees, officials, and the public.
8. Research and verify various information as assigned; assist in the review and evaluation of City and department policies and procedures; participate in the development of new policies and procedures.
9. Drive to and from destinations as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Schedule and participate in various activities, operations, projects and meetings as assigned.
2. Prepare and present information and reports in formal staff and committee meetings or at conferences.
3. Attend various programs, meetings and social functions to represent the City; take and prepare minutes as appropriate; prepare agendas and associated materials; provide photography services as required.
4. Uses specialized knowledge and skill to carry out and complete assignments; works with City Manager's Office staff to analyze results.
5. Participate and assist staff in various special events and presentations; coordinate volunteer activities.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or other related field.
• Must be currently enrolled in a master's degree program in public administration at an accredited university.

OR

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or other related field.
• Must be a recent graduate of a master's degree program in public administration from an accredited university.

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Possession of a valid driver's license.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Flexible schedule Monday through Friday 20 hours/week, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Occasional evenings or weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT


This position does not require a physical for employment.

Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.
Part Time and Seasonal Employees:

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Contribution to Social Security Administration is mandatory at a current rate of 6.2%.
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Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

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Identify your Bachelor's degree area of studies for the position of Graduate Intern.

• No Degree
• Public Administration
• Business Administration
• Related field
• Non-related field

03


Are you currently enrolled in a Master's degree program in public administration from and accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

04


Identify your Master's degree area of studies for the position of Graduate Intern.

• No Degree
• Public Administration
• Business Administration
• Related field
• Non-related field

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have not been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

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