PTS College Intern

Description/Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe City of Santa Clarita is committed to providing college students with a challenging and meaningful work experience. The City offers unique opportunities for students to gain hands-on and in-depth experience in a variety of disciplines related to local, regional, state, and federal government operations. We provide real-world work assignments, which provide interns the opportunity to work side-by-side with professional City staff committed to teamwork and providing superior municipal services to the community of Santa Clarita.Salary:$20.06 - $25.41, Undergraduate LevelThis position is expected to work an average of 18 hours per week. The anticipated duration of this internship is approximately 6 to 12 months, but may end earlier or be extended depending on department needs.Duties and Responsibilities:Reviews and maintains various internal and external Human Resources content to ensure information accuracy and coordinates necessary updatesAssists with division reporting and grant support activities by gathering and reviewing information for accuracy, coordinating content review and approval processes, researching funding opportunities, reviewing requirements and deadlines, and supporting the preparation and publication of reports and proposalsProvides relevant project updates and actively participates in department and division meetingsAssists with planning and coordinating employee events and activities to support engagement and participationPrepares materials such as charts, graphics, and illustrations for presentations and reportsAnalyzes and prepares recommendations related to process efficiencyAssists with budget-related tasks, such as expenditure tracking and forecastingEstablishes positive working relationships with City employees, outside agencies, and the publicMay provide administrative and project support, as neededEducation and ExperienceIf you are currently an undergraduate student or recent graduate studying Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field, and are interested in gaining meaningful hands-on work experience at the local government level, this opportunity may be for you.Knowledge and AbilitiesDemonstrates a dependable, responsible work ethic with a proactive, can-do attitude and a high level of patience in all tasksPossesses strong verbal and written communication abilities, capable of conveying information accurately, clearly, concisely, and effectively to a variety of audiencesPossesses strong organizational skills, adept at managing a heavy workload, prioritizing tasks, and optimizing time and resources efficiently; takes initiative to follow up with employees, managers, and Human Resources staff to provide timely status updatesProficient in research techniques, survey methods, data collection, and analysisStrong attention to detail and ability to maintain extensive and accurate records, ensuring all work is completed thoroughly and professionallyDemonstrates excellent customer service skills with internal employees in a professional and timely mannerStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levelsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) for managing information, preparing memos, and communicating with team members; experienced in utilizing third-party databases and platforms to input and update data accurately, and design program contentAbility to maintain confidentiality, exercise professional judgment, and conduct oneself ethicallyKnowledge of basic budget management principles, expenditure monitoring, and forecasting methodsReliable team player who works well independently and collaboratively, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to various work dynamicsThe ability to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 poundsAdditional InformationAPPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (noon)An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments, may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.This is not a designated Retired Annuitant position. If you are a California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree, you may be required to reinstate into CalPERS.The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Santa-Clarit