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Mayor's Office Student Intern

City of Rochester Hills
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The Mayor’s Office is thrilled to offer an annual internship opportunity. This internship is designed to provide the selected student with an immersive experience in city governance, offering a dynamic, hands-on environment. The intern will be tasked with a variety of projects and assignments, ranging from research endeavors to administrative tasks to marketing and event planning, all aimed at providing valuable support to our team. 

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Staff, the intern will play a pivotal role in assisting with large scale community events, general office duties, including but not limited to answering phones and assembling welcome packets; contributing to the coordination and marketing of city initiatives, assisting with social media content; and conducting research on local, statewide and federal policies and topical issues. We are seeking proactive individuals who are eager to maximize their learning experience and contribute meaningfully to our team. 

Moreover, interns will be expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism at all times, as they may interact with local elected officials, city administrators, visitors, businesses, and residents alike. This internship offers a valuable opportunity for personal and professional growth, and we are excited to welcome passionate individuals who are ready to make a positive impact on our community. 

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey in public service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting internship opportunity with the Mayor’s Office.

A person in this position would be expected to work up to 40 hours per week May - August and up to 20 hours September - April. 

Essential Functions:

 

  • Assist with daily office operations, including answering phones, managing correspondence, and organizing files.
  • Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of events hosted by the Mayor's Office.
  • Collaborate with other city departments and external stakeholders on special projects and initiatives.
  • Conduct outreach to local businesses, organizations, and residents to gather feedback and support for city initiatives.
  • Conduct research on various topics relevant to city governance and present findings to the team.
  • Represent the Mayor's Office at outside events, meetings, and functions as directed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Staff or other supervising staff members.
  • Represent professionalism at all times as their work may bring them into contact with local elected officials, city administrators, visitors, businesses, and residents.

Applicants must be available to attend some after hours or weekend events.

 

Dress Code:


We encourage interns to dress in a professional and appropriate manner.

 

Social Media:


Many students are excited to share their internship experiences. With the prevalence of social networking sites (e.g. Facebook, X, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and others), private profiles can become public. We urge all interns to carefully consider material they are publishing before posting internship site-related content to the Web.

While you are a private citizen, you are also a representative of Rochester Hills to the outside world. If you wish to share information about your internship site and experiences through social media forums, you should discuss the content with your Supervisor first, and ask for advice on what is permissible.

 

Required Minimum Qualifications/Desirable Qualifications:

 

  • Undergraduate or graduate student at a college or university. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Basic proficiency with office computers and related software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Demonstrated commitment to public service.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team. 
  • Flexible and adaptable with a willingness to learn. 

 

Supplemental Information:

 

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching with hands and arms.

Oral Evaluation of Qualifications: To evaluate technical knowledge, decision-making/problem solving skills, employment history, communication skills, and other factors related to successful performance in this position.

Note: The above examination information may be modified for this or future postings.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please complete an online application, located on the City's website at http://www.rochesterhills.org. Please include a cover letter with your application.

This position will be posted until filled, however, first consideration will be given to applicants who apply by 5:00 p.m., March 16, 2026 
Approximate Start Date: May 2026

We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation for innovation and seek candidates who represent a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

It is the policy of the City of Rochester Hills to hire qualified individuals with limiting conditions in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. Applicants having a limiting disability requiring some special accommodation to participate in the examination process, as described above, must notify the Human Resources Department of that fact at the time of application, or at least one week prior to test date. Questions relative to this matter should be referred to the Director of Human Resources.