YouthWorks Intern

Job Opportunity

Berkeley, California is a small city with a big reputation. At just ten square miles of land and seven square miles of water, Berkeley is famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts, and home to over 50 parks, a top-ranked university, and the largest public marina in the San Francisco Bay.

As a YouthWorks Intern, you will be placed at a City of Berkeley department or community-based organization for job experience and skill development. You'll gain exposure to the work environment and receive training and guidance toward professional development goals. Specific duties vary depending upon the department or organization to which assigned. This comprehensive program helps participants develop skills in interviewing, resume writing, financial literacy, and employability while connecting with mentors from City government and local organizations.

A typical way of gaining the knowledge and abilities for this position is: Equivalent to completion of the eighth grade. Other requirements: Must reside in Berkeley, California. May be required to work evenings or weekends. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.

Complete the Interest Form found on the YouthWorks page of the City website.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background check that may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of employment history, educational credentials and degrees, certificates, registrations, and licenses including driver's license; credit check; criminal history check; and Live Scan fingerprinting.

The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans' status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.