Organizational Development Intern

Summer Internship Opportunity: Organizational Development 

City of Rockville, Maryland

Schedule: May 19-August 15, 2025

Position:   Remote, Hybrid or In-Person

Pay Type:  Hourly

Pay Rate:  $20.00

Hours:       24 hours per week – flexible work schedule                   

Intern Position Summary
The City of Rockville, Maryland’s Human Resources Department is seeking an intern to join our team. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in researching and designing programs and initiatives that drive employee growth, employee engagement, and leadership development. 

Project:

• Conduct research on best practices in supervisor and management development and learning.
• Develop recommendations for initiatives and programs focusing on the development of aspiring and practicing supervisors and managers.
• Assist in the design programs, workshops, and other initiatives focusing on aspiring and practicing supervisors and managers.
• Conduct research on best practices in new employee onboarding.
• Assist in the redesign of a new employee onboarding program. 

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources or closely related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and provide insights
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Express Your Interest:

Send your resume and statement of interest to Susan Seling, Director of Human Resources at sseling@rockvillemd.gov no later than April 22, 2025.

About the City of Rockville

The City of Rockville operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The Mayor and Council service as the legislative body and are responsible for developing policy and establishing the vision, and goals, for the city. The city manager, appointed by the Mayor and Council, makes recommendations to the Mayor and Council, and is responsible for day-to-day management of city operations. The Mayor and Council also appoints and directs the work of the City Attorney and City Clerk/Director of Council Operations.

The City of Rockville has eight (08) operating departments which include: Community Planning and Development Services, Finance, Housing and Community Development, Human Resources, Information Technology, Police, Public Works, and Recreation and Parks. The city has 556 full-time employees.