Internship- Aging and Independence

Internship- Aging and Independence

Salary

$17.25 Hourly

Location

Aging & Independence - Frederick, MD

Job Type

Part-Time Non-Benefited

Job Number

FY27-00093

Department

Aging & Independence

Opening Date

09/11/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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JOB INFORMATION

The Division of Aging and Independence is looking for a student intern!

Time Commitment: Work a maximum of 16 hours per week; varied days and hours Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. with some weekends and evenings; non-exempt; part-time; no-benefits; grant funded

Frederick County Government supports more than 300,000 people across the largest county by land area in Maryland. As the fastest-growing county in the entire state, we rely on a diverse workforce spanning skilled trades, technical roles, professional positions, public safety, and more. Every division and office plays an essential role in keeping Frederick County running smoothly and helping the community thrive. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, explore the many career paths available in local government. Your work can help shape the future of Frederick County.

INTERNSHIP DETAILS:

The Frederick County, Division of Aging and Independence have been providing services and programs to older adults and their families for over 40 years. Our mission is to enrich the lives of older adults through community connections to services, programs and resources, with a goal of ensuring that Frederick County residents are empowered, engaged and equipped to live their best life. The Division seeks creative, energetic, compassionate and visionary candidates to join our diverse team of professionals who care about the well-being of Frederick County seniors. Join our team to help further our mission and make a difference in the lives of Frederick County's fastest growing population.

Join the movement to build a more inclusive community! As an intern with the Division of Aging and Independence, youll play a key role in bringing Dementia Friendly Frederick Initiative to life across Frederick County. From supporting outreach efforts to helping implement creative programs, youll make a meaningful impact while gaining hands-on experience in public service and aging support. This is a chance to grow your skills, connect with local partners, and help create a more compassionate county for individuals living with dementia. The intern with receive direction from the Caregiver Support program staff. Supervision is received from Director of Resource and Service Navigation.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with community groups to develop resources and materials to raise awareness about the Dementia Friendly Frederick initiative and other Aging and Independence programs
• Educate the public, community leaders, and other interested parties about Dementia Friendly Frederick initiatives
• Prepare articles, flyers, and other marketing materials for publication online, in newsletters, and newspapers
• Perform administrative duties for the Caregiver Support Program to include data entry, processing applications and calculating costs
• Perform other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employees position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Enrolled in a college or university for the Fall 2026 semester, actively seeking a degree in Human Services, Public Health, or a closely related field. A transcript must be uploaded as an attachment to the application as evidence of enrollment. A copy of an unofficial transcript will be accepted.
• Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 or higher. A transcript must be uploaded as an attachment to the application as evidence of GPA. A copy of an unofficial transcript will be accepted.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Ability to arrange own frequent travel to meetings, work locations, and events as needed, including occasional urgent or time sensitive situations
• Strong collaborative and teamwork skills
• Strong clerical and record-keeping skills, including the ability to accurately perform basic math and financial functions
• Strong and effective written and spoken (English) communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, representatives of cooperating agencies and the general public
• Ability to effectively access and utilize Microsoft 365, e-mail, spreadsheet and other systems and equipment, and to learn new software as it is required
• Ability to effectively create, update and maintain computerized and manual files and filing systems
• Ability to work with sensitive and personal information and maintain confidentiality

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Experience in a public facing customer service role
• Experience maintaining a file management and/or electronic data management system
• Experience in word processing, computerized spreadsheets, page layout, presentation, and other programs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; frequently walk; occasionally reach and perform repetitive motions; rarely lift up to 20 pounds
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; frequently work outdoors

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Available for varied evening and weekend work hours to accommodate meetings, special events, etc.
• Requires the ability to arrange and complete travel to various sites (using a car or other reliable transportation)
• The grant that funds this position will determine the duration of this position

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

• An evaluation of training and qualifications
• One or more interviews

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov

Position is not eligible to receive benefits with exception to the 457 Plan as listed below.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:

The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement now and pay taxes later by contributing a portion of their salaries pre-tax to the plan. Contributions are invested at the employees direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the preferred skills, relevant coursework or jobs connected to the internship for which you are applying. Any job experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite job experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related job experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, your application may not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

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The internship you are applying for requires proof that you are currently enrolled in a college or university for the Fall 2026 semester and have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7. You must attach your transcripts as proof to this application or your application will not be considered. Transcripts MUST have your name, grades for the most recent semester, class enrollment for Fall 2026, and GPA listed to be acceptable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

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Please select from the following options which best describes the level of degree which you are currently pursuing. Make sure you attach your current transcript to your application that confirms your selection.

• I am currently enrolled and pursuing an Associates degree
• I am currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelors degree
• I am currently enrolled and pursuing an advanced degree
• I am not currently enrolled in a college or university

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In the text box below, please enter the field of study for the degree in which you are pursuing?

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Do you have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher?

• Yes
• No

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This internship is part-time with a maximum of 16 hours per week and does not include benefits. Please select "Yes" to confirm that you understand and agree to these employment hours. If you are not able to commit to the hours outlined, please end your application submission now and revisit the Frederick County job opportunities webpage to explore other available positions.

• Yes

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Do you have experience working in a public facing customer service role?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that experience in the text area below.

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Do you have experience maintaining a file management and/or electronic data management system?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that experience in the text area below.

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Do you have experience in word processing, computerized spreadsheets, page layout, presentation, and other programs?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that experience in the text area below.

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Employer Frederick County Government

Address 12 East Church Street

Frederick, Maryland, 21701

Phone 301-600-1070

Website http://www.FrederickCountymd.gov/jobs