Onsite Intern Initiative Clerk (Phoenix AZ)

Client Initiative Internship Program

Job Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Work Mode: Onsite

Job Summary:

The client Initiative Internship Program provides students who are interested in public service the opportunity to spend five weeks (June 29, 2026, to July 31, 2026) working with the client. The Elections Division is looking for students who want to learn about election administration and support the initiative review process leading up to the 2026 election. As a summer intern with the client, interns will observe how client functions and attend trainings related to election administration. Interns will learn how to research state statutes and the requirements of Arizona’s initiative process. Interns will contribute to the team by reviewing initiative petition sheets and complying with statutory requirements. Students or recent graduates interested in public service and witnessing democracy in action are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of basic office professionalism
• Basic knowledge of policy, government, public administration, or law
• Skill in active listening
• Skill in critical thinking, using logic and reasoning to approach problems
• Skill in working effectively with a team
• Skill in basic computer navigation
• Ability to be extremely detail-oriented
• Ability to adapt to changes in processes or responsibilities
• Ability to initiate and follow-through with tasks
• Ability to remain objective and nonpartisan while serving as an intern under the Secretary of State
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

Selective Preference(s):

• Coursework in public policy, public administration, government or law is preferred
• Demonstrated interest in public service

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must be enrolled at, or a graduate of, a university, community college, or technical school. Graduating high school seniors and high school juniors may also apply. (Proof of enrollment or degree will be required upon hire.) requirement is preferred
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
• Must be able to participate full-time from June 29, 2026, to July 31, 2026, including weekends, the 4th of July holiday and overtime. No part-time positions available.