WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION. The City of Torrance is currently accepting applications for the Management Aide (Intern II) Internship Program! Management Aides assist with assignments ranging from routine administrative tasks to more complex and varied professional, confidential and specialized assignments. This internship provides a unique opportunity for experiential learning and valuable experi... more details
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WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IN
ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
The City of Torrance is currently accepting applications for the Management Aide (Intern II) Internship Program!
Management Aides assist with assignments ranging from routine administrative tasks to more complex and varied professional, confidential and specialized assignments. This internship provides a unique opportunity for experiential learning and valuable experience in public service by working with constituents, conducting community outreach efforts, research/surveys, report writing, data compilation, oral presentations, and analysis.
For more information on the City's Management Aide/ Assistant Program (MAP) Internship Programs, click here.
Office of the City Manager
The Management Aide in the Office of the City Manager works closely with executive and management staff in a number of areas including council agenda preparation; community relations; economic development and land use; City Council relations; legislation; and community outreach efforts.
The Management Aide may also have the opportunity to gain experience in other City Departments, based on interest and availability.
Preferred Field of Study: Public Policy, Public Administration and Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
Hours: The Management Aide for the Office of the City Manager assignment is expected to commit 30-35 hours per week, and must attend Tuesday night Council meetings, which start at 6:30 p.m. Evenings are required as needed.
For more information on the Office of the City Manager,click here.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
How to qualify for the internship:
The Management Aide is an entry-level position for recent graduates of a Bachelor's program, current graduate students, and recent graduates of a Master's program in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Finance, or related field, with six months of experience in a public sector setting and an interest in pursuing a career in public administration.
Ideal Candidate for ALL assignments: In addition to the above requirements, the most successfulcandidate will possess the following:
Well organized, self starter who can work with minimum supervision;
Demonstrate an understanding of principles and practices of office management and equipment;
Excellent oral and written skills and the ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public;
Desire to gain experience in the public sector and may be considering a career in local government; and
Someone who is eager to learn and is flexible in taking on various assignments.
HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS
Does this sound like an internship for you? Here's how to apply: Interested candidates must submit an online application, supplemental questionnaire, and resume at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Applications without all required attachments will not be reviewed.
The filing period begins Friday, May 10, 2024 and closes Thursday, May 23, 2024 at noon.
Interviews tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 2024.
Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to an interview.
SPECIAL NOTES
Visit www.TorranceCA.Gov to find out more information about our community.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the final filing date.
As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
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