Indio Water Authority Intern

Salary: $18.70 Hourly

Location : Indio, CA

Job Type: Intern

Job Number: 080723

Department: WATER ADMINISTRATION

Opening Date: 08/07/2023

Closing Date: 9/7/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants: 30

Description
***DISCLAIMER: The City reserves the right to accelerate or extend the “Closing Date” of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received. The City is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make all reasonable accommodations for the disabled to participate in employment programs and facilities. Women, minorities, and disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. The finalist candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.***

HOW TO APPLY: Please complete an online application and answer all supplemental questions.
In addition, please attach to your application a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and a (3) copy of your most recent school transcript that shows your overall GPA and grade level. We strongly encourage students to first meet with their respective campus Career Counselor to review their resume and cover letter before applying.

All requested information must be attached with your application at the time of filing to be considered. Failing to attach any of the above documents may disqualify you as being eligible due to an incomplete application.

FILING PERIOD:

All application information will be kept on file for no more than one (1) year from the date of submission. Applicants will need not re-apply if still within the one (1) year period.

DEFINITION:
The City of Indio Intern Program is a continuous, as needed, opportunity for both highly motivated and aspiring undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate Interns. This is an exciting opportunity for students to gain paid experience and on-the-job training at a government entity.
As one of the largest employers in the Coachella Valley, the City of Indio offers potential Interns the opportunity to work in a variety of fields through across our Departments The City of Indio Internship Program will give candidates the opportunity to develop in areas such as skills, personal development and life experiences guided by an assigned mentor.

SCHEDULE:

• The Program is 8-12 week assignment, not to exceed 150 total hour without prior approval.
• Typical work week shall between 10-15 hours per week
• Interns will be given the opportunity to work flexible hours. The working times must be within the days of Monday through Friday from the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• Interns working five (5) hours per day must take a minimum thirty (30) minute/maximum sixty (60) minute, non-paid lunch break. Interns working eight (8) hours per day will be given two 15-minute breaks and must take a non-paid lunch break.
• Management has the discretion to dictate the number of hours that the Intern will complete each week.

Duties

Applicants get the opportunity to learn and develop skills in the below areas:

• Asset Management
• Water Programs
• Office Support Staff
• Basic Engineering

OTHER DUTIES THAT MAY BE INCLUDED:

• May attend a variety of City meetings, such as City Council, Planning Commission, staff meetings, and safety committee meetings; may take/prepare and transcribe meeting notes.
• May relieve other department staff during breaks and lunch.
• May provide assistance and oversight to part-time staff and volunteers.

• Data entry (e.g. conservation and rebate data, financial info)
• Update/revamp PowerPoint for IWA system overview (that could be used for speaking engagements like CV Water Academy)
• Help create/design conservation messaging like bill inserts
• Record retention/scanning

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• A completed online application must be submitted along with completion of the supplemental questionnaire.
• A cover letter, resume, and copy of unofficial latest school transcripts must be attached to application.
• The Internship Program is open to currently enrolled students either pursuing an Associates, Undergraduate, Graduate, or Doctorate degree. A student may either be attending school on a full-time or part-time status.
• No less than an overall C (2.0) grade point average (GPA).
• Must pass a criminal background screening

No benefits are provided for this position.

01

Are you currently a college student?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you currently have an overall GPA of 2.0 or above?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you attached a cover letter, resume, and an unofficial school transcript to this application?

• Yes
• No

Required Question