Learn & Earn Administrative Career Intern (Paid)

Job Description

Job Description

Learn & Earn Administrative Career Intern (Paid)

Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS)

Pay: $15.00 per hour
Employment Type: Paid Internship
Duration: Approximately 8–12 weeks
Schedule: 15–20 hours per week
Eligibility: Students and young adults ages 18–24

Internship Locations (3 Opportunities Available):

• New Castle County
• Kent County
• Sussex County

Launch Your Career with the State of Delaware!

The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is excited to offer paid internship opportunities through the Governor's Learn & Earn Initiative (Executive Order No. 1) . This program provides students and young adults with meaningful, hands-on work experience while helping build the skills needed for future careers in government, healthcare administration, customer service, and office management.

Whether you're attending college, trade school, recently graduated, or exploring career options, this internship offers an opportunity to gain valuable professional experience while making a positive impact in communities across Delaware.

What You'll Do

As a Learn & Earn Administrative Career Intern , you'll work alongside experienced professionals within the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) and contribute to the daily operations of a busy public service office.

Responsibilities include:

• Deliver outstanding customer service to internal and external customers.
• Welcome and assist clients while providing a professional and positive first impression.
• Manage lobby traffic and assist eligible customers (18 years and older) with self-service kiosks.
• Process and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Scan, organize, and electronically index documents.
• Perform filing, data entry, records maintenance, and other administrative support duties.
• Assist staff with daily office operations and special projects.
• Develop valuable workplace skills in communication, organization, teamwork, and customer service.

Who Should Apply?

We're looking for individuals who are:

• Between 18 and 24 years of age
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from high school, college, trade school, or a workforce training program
• Interested in exploring careers in public service, healthcare administration, business, or office management
• Friendly, dependable, and eager to learn
• Organized with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working with diverse populations and in a team environment

No previous office experience is required. We will provide training and mentorship throughout the internship.

What You'll Gain

This internship is designed to prepare participants for long-term career success by providing hands-on experience in:

• Customer Service
• Office Administration
• Administrative Support
• Professional Communication
• Document Management
• Data Entry
• Government Operations
• Team Collaboration
• Workplace Technology
• Public Service

Career Pathways

This internship serves as a steppingstone to careers such as:

• Clerical Assistant
• Office Associate
• Administrative Assistant
• Lead Office Manager
• Senior Office Manager
• Customer Service Representative
• Healthcare Administration
• State Government Careers

Why Join DHSS?

• Earn $15.00 per hour
• Gain real-world experience with the Department of Health and Social Services
• Flexible part-time schedule (15–20 hours per week)
• Receive mentoring from experienced professionals
• Build your resume with meaningful work experience
• Develop transferable skills valued by employers
• Explore rewarding careers in Delaware State Government
• Make a positive difference by supporting services that improve the health and well-being of Delaware residents

Apply Today!

Take the first step toward your future by joining the Governor's Learn & Earn Initiative with the Department of Health and Social Services .

Apply today and begin building the skills, experience, and connections that can launch your career with the State of Delaware.

We offer a commitment to your personal and professional life. Working for the State of Delaware you may qualify for a retirement pension, paid parental leave, a compressed work schedule and shift differential pay.

Company Description

We offer a commitment to your personal and professional life. Working for the State of Delaware you may qualify for a retirement pension, paid parental leave, a compressed work schedule and shift differential pay.