High School Intern

High School Intern Salary $13.51 Hourly Location: Akron, OH Job Type: Permanent Part-Time Job Number: 2026-O-18-226 Department: Public Service Department Opening Date: 03/19/2026 Closing Date: 5/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Benefits Questions Definition

This is an in-service training position designed to lead to a full-time entry level position in the City of Akron labor force or in one of the operating divisions of the Public Utilities Bureau.

An employee in this class assists skilled workers in performing preventative maintenance and repair on a wide variety of equipment, controls, buildings, and/or automotive equipment.

Characteristic Work

Utilities Intern

• Assists skilled operations and maintenance employees of the Water Pollution Control, Water Supply and Utilities Field Operations Divisions.
• Assists skilled mechanics in overhauling and repairing pumps, valves, motors, piping systems, and other treatment plant equipment and systems.
• Assists in building repairs and cleaning.
• Assists in repairing water mains; installing and repairing water services, hydrants, and valves; building and repairing manholes and inlets; laying sewer pipe; cleaning and televising sewer lines; etc.
• Assists treatment plant operators in placing equipment in and out of service, hosing and cleaning equipment, monitoring process parameters, and performing routine process control tests.
• May assist engineers and other technical staff in taking samples, measuring distances, making sketches, entering information into personal computers, calculating volumes and areas, and gathering geospatial data for entry into the Citys GIS system.
• Uses hand tools, pneumatic equipment, chain saws, mowers, etc., in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Performs related work as required.

Industrial Technology Intern

• Assists skilled operations and maintenance employees in the repair, overhaul and maintenance of assigned systems and equipment.
• The nature of the work is based on students training and division assigned.
• Assists in repairing automotive equipment, heavy equipment, HVAC systems, and electronic controls.
• Assists in building repairs and cleaning.
• Uses hand tools, diagnostic equipment, pneumatic equipment, lathes, drill press, etc., in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Learns to maintain and calibrate equipment.
• Learns to troubleshoot instrumentation, electronic and electrical problems using schematics, wiring diagrams and manuals.
• Uses computers to complete work orders and track equipment and parts used.
• Drives to locations of equipment in need of repair.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of the 11th grade and enrollment in an Akron Public Schools high school or vocational school career education program.
• Possession of a valid State of Ohio drivers license.
• Some knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical drive maintenance and safety procedures.
• Some knowledge of basic electronics, electrical, and mechanical drive maintenance and safety procedures.
• Some knowledge of basic automotive, heavy equipment and HVAC operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform strenuous and/or repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather.
• Ability to make routine arithmetic calculations and tabulations.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to use computers with standard and customized software.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

List of essential job functions available upon request.

Competitive Examination Process

This is a classified position. The examination will consist of an evaluation of the applicants application. The candidates will be ranked in a standard manner based on information, records, and other data related to the candidates ability to perform the duties of the position sought.

Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.

RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades.

DRIVERS LICENSE: An applicant having a valid drivers license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Drivers License must be obtained prior to appointment. Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration.

NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720. Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from info@governmentjobs.com. To ensure you receive important communication from our office, be sure to make this address a safe sender.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together.

In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.

Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.

The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible. Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.

City of Akron permanent, full-time employees and their eligible dependents are covered by a comprehensive health plan including emergency accident care, inpatient hospitalization, surgical, diagnostic services, outpatient services, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision and life insurance.

Paid time off benefits may include paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave or paid leave. All non-safety force employees are members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

For additional information regarding benefits, contact the Employee Benefits Division at 330-375-2700. Our benefits are designed to make you and your family secure now and in the future see: mycityofakronbenefits.com

Application Questions

01 Did you complete the 11th grade? Yes / No

02 Are you enrolled in an Akron Public Schools high school or vocation school career education program? Yes / No

03 What Pathway/Career Education Program are you a part of?

04 Are you 18 years of age or older? If no, you will be required to obtain a work permit. Yes / No

05 Do you possess or are you in the process of obtaining your Ohio Drivers License?

• Yes, I have a current Ohio Drivers License.
• Yes, I am in the process of obtaining my Ohio Drivers License.
• No, I am not in the process of obtaining my Ohio Drivers License.
• No, I am not planning to obtain my Ohio Drivers License.

06 List your drivers license number and the issuing state:

07 For the purpose of verifying my eligibility for positions requiring a valid drivers license, I authorize the City of Akron to obtain a consumer report from OPENonline to investigate my driving history for traffic violations and suspensions. I understand that I have a right to request disclosure of this consumer report under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. To print out a summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act go to: http://www.akronohio.gov/person.html. Copies of the summary are also available from the City of Akron Department of Human Resources at 330-375-2720.

• I consent
• I do not consent (I understand that I will not be considered for positions requiring a valid State of Ohio drivers license)

08 Is your drivers license currently suspended? Yes / No

09 Do you currently have six or more points on your drivers license? Yes / No

10 What is your accumulative GPA for high school?

11 How many tardies did you have in your JUNIOR year?

• 0-3
• 4-6
• 7-10
• more than 10

12 How many absences did you have in your JUNIOR year?

• 0-3
• 4-6
• 7-10
• more than 10

13 What extracurricular activities have you participated in and for how many years?

14 List your strengths and weaknesses.

15 Why do you want to intern with the City of Akron?

16 If you toured with the City of Akron, which division would you prefer to intern at and why?

17 What are your plans for school or work after you graduate high school?

18 Where would you like to see yourself professionally in five years?

19 Do you have knowledge of Plumbing? Yes / No

20 Do you have knowledge of Electrical Work? Yes / No

21 Do you have knowledge of Construction Technology? Yes / No

22 Do you have knowledge of CADD/Drafting? Yes / No

23 Do you have knowledge of Carpentry? Yes / No

24 Do you have knowledge of Automotive Repair? Yes / No

25 Do you have knowledge of Building Cleaning? Yes / No

26 Do you have knowledge of HVAC? Yes / No

27 Do you have knowledge of Electronics? Yes / No

28 Do you have knowledge of Building Repairs? Yes / No

Required Question

Employer: City of Akron Address: Municipal Building Room 102, 166 S. High Street, Akron, Ohio, 44308 Phone: 330-375-2720 Website:http://www.akronohio.gov/personnel