Intern (Graduate

Graduate Intern

Are you looking to gain valuable experience and help make an impact in the community?

The Office of the Mayor has a current vacancy for a Graduate Intern. The intern will work in a professional environment in the office of the Mayor and Council and will work on community engagement, communications, newsletters, social media, and related projects.

The City of Chula Vista is located at the center of one of the richest cultural, economic and environmentally diverse zones in the United States. It is the second-largest City in San Diego County with a population of over 280,000. Chula Vista boasts more than 52 square miles of coastal landscape, canyons, rolling hills, mountains, quality parks, and miles of trails.

Chula Vista is a leader in conservation and renewable energy, has outstanding public schools, and has been named one of the top safest cities in the country.

Functions of the Position:

The Graduate Intern will provide support to the Mayor's office by performing research, data analysis, providing reports, attending events, creating graphics and content for social media, posting, and editing on all social media platforms. This position may perform paraprofessional level work specific to the department's needs; use initiative and application of skills and education; work semi-independently and be resourceful and systematic in approach to various assignments and tasks;

and may be responsible for a significant level of a department project or be part of the project team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Current enrollment in a Graduate degree program (e.g., Master's, Doctorate or Juris Doctorate degree program) or completion of Bachelor's degree. Degree program is to be in a related field to the department's mission. Previous work experience is not required. Please include a resume with your application.

Additional Information:

Recruitment No.  To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 5:00 p.m. along with your transcripts (official or unofficial) or diploma by the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail.

Part-time/temporary employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). This is in lieu of PERS or Social Security (although employees do contribute to Medicare). The City and the Employee each contribute 3.75% of the employee's salary to the PARS. Part-time/temporary employees shall accrue sick leave pursuant to the Health Workplace, Health Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).