Administrative Intern- Economic Development

The Position

Administrative Intern - Economic Development

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice. The first review of applications is scheduled for March 16, 2026.

Are you interested in learning the ropes of local government and assisting in growing Ontario's business community? If so, the City of Ontario has an exciting part-time opportunity for you! The Economic Development Agency has an internship opportunity that will enable you to get hands on experience in the field of economic development while developing professional skills in the areas of public relations, commercial real estate, and business relations.

The successful candidate will embody the values of the City's Approach to Public Service - Commitment to the Community, Excellence through Teamwork, and Doing the Right Thing the Right Way - as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant.

As the Administrative Intern within Economic Development, you will focus on supporting commercial real estate and business concierge. As members of the Economic Development team, you will be able to interact with City staff as well as local government, business, and development leaders. The Administrative Intern performs entry-level analytical work under the mentorship of the Economic Development designee and other management-level employees.

As with any internship experience, individuals who are resourceful with a desire and initiative to learn as much as possible from experienced employees will have the greatest benefit from their internship.

The Ideal Candidate

Along with supporting the Agency's and the City's missions, the ideal candidate will also have the ability to:

* Represent the City in a professional manner.

* Collect and analyze data.

* Network and collaborate with internal and external partners.

* Take initiative and have the motivation to learn and help.

* Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Work efficiently both independently and in a team setting.

* Have a proactive and creative mindset.

* Be detail-oriented.

Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the Department's mission and vision as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player"- Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the principles of the City's Customer Service Philosophy
- Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.

The Administrative Intern is a paid, part-time/temporary position scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and is not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans

The following procedures will apply:

* The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.

* Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

The Economic Development Agency

The primary goal of the Ontario Economic Development Agency is to promote investment and prosperity for our residents and businesses by enhancing the physical, social, and economic fabric of the community. The Agency's mission is implemented through programs and projects that directly impact Business Attraction Retention, Expansion, and Real Estate Development. The Agency provides services to the City's residents and businesses, including the attraction of potential business and investment, new development, adaptive reuse projects, retention and expansion of current businesses, workforce development, tourism, business concierge, marketing, and public relations.

The Economic Development Agency offers a lively and energetic work culture with all the tools and resources needed to successfully promote Ontario as the best place in the world to do business. The City of Ontario has great benefits, creates professional growth, and establishes professional purpose. Come join our team!

The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to:
Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full-time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.

The City's vision for the future is very exciting, and we foresee tremendous growth within…