Overview

Position Title: College Intern

Company:City Of Akron

Location:Akron, OH

Job Description:

This is training-level work in conjunction with a college or university baccalaureate or graduate program.An employee in this class performs work in support of professional personnel as part of a coordinated program of employment and instruction with a college or university leading to a baccalaureate or graduate degree.

Responsibilities:

  • Receives training and performs duties in support of professional personnel within an assigned department or division of the City.  The nature of the work is based on degree program and organizational need.
  • Performs tasks to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures and standards required for successful performance.
  • Provides assistance with assigned projects.
  • Contacts other City departments, divisions, outside agencies, or citizens to gather information as needed.
  • Collects, compiles, and analyzes data.
  • Assists in the preparation of reports.
  • Specific activities vary by department/division.
  • Performs related work as required.

Requirements:

  • Graduation from an accredited high school or GED.  Completion of 48 quarter hours or 32 semester hours and current enrollment in a degree seeking program at an accredited college or university in a field related to the area of internship.
  • Departments may require specific fields of study.
  • Knowledge of basic research methods and techniques.  Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
  • Ability to communicate in an effective manner both orally and in writing.  Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to think critically and to problem solve.  Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.   Ability to operate personal computers.