Seasonal Intern - Park Maintenance Aide

Position: SEASONAL INTERN - PARK MAINTENANCE AIDE
Position Title:

Seasonal Intern - Park Maintenance Aide Intern Applications accepted from:

Ages 16 - 24

Department:

Parks & Recreation

Division:

Green space Reporting

Location:

Various Workdays &

Hours:

Various General description of the intern duties:

Works outside, in gardens, de-littering, providing customer service and using small tools

Intern skill/experience preferred:

Must be able to lift 40 lbs; like the outside, in gardens, de-littering, and customer service friendly; small tools

GENERAL INFORMATION

Thanks for your interest in the City of Houston's Youth Summer Jobs Program, which will run from June 8
- July 31, 2026. Interns will work 32 hours per week and earn $14 per hour. This program provides an excellent opportunity for you to earn and learn by becoming a member of the team that takes care of the residents of the nation's 4th largest city.

Note - Successful candidates will be required to pass a background check.

You will be given the option to opt into receiving text messages at the time of application. Considered applicants will receive text messages of the next stage of the application and hiring process.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable, the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. Some positions require working outside in varied weather conditions, and the ability to use certain tools.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Some positions are outdoors and require the ability to function in warm/hot weather conditions.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and basic written instructions.

May have a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation. May require a basic knowledge of a particular subject area. (Individuals may be high school students.) Must be 16 years of age or older.

Age Requirement: 16
-24

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
No

SALARY INFORMATION  Pay Grade: 3

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.