PAID INTERNSHIPS (VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS)

PAID INTERNSHIPS (VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS)

Salary

$15.00 Hourly

Location

Cabarrus County, NC

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

FY26-01422

Department

INTERN

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Jump start your career today with an internship with Cabarrus County Government.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Through a competitive application process, qualified students in a full range of academic majors, are selected for internships in various County departments. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Apply early! We expect this process to be competitive and would like all slots filled.

Cabarrus County Government announces the launch of our newly developed internship program. Interested in local government careers but not sure how to get started. The Cabarrus County Internship Program is a great way to learn about local government from some of the Countys top talent.

Cabarrus County Internship Program offers students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with Cabarrus County Government through internship opportunities.

The purpose of this internship is to provide meaningful professional public administration experience to collegiate students with proven academic performance and a strong desire to learn and contribute.

Interns at Cabarrus County get career relevant hands-on learning opportunities in the local government sector and a meaningful internship experience that will support their academic, professional and personal development. Interns receive mentorship from some of Cabarrus County's top leaders.

What can an internship with Cabarrus County Government do for you? Hear from some of our staff on how an internship helped jump start their career in local government.

https://youtu.be/6gUZLF5XUC0

We provide exciting opportunities in a variety of fields including:

• County Managers Office
• Communications Department
• Active Living and Parks Department
• Business Services Department

Compensation: $15 per hour worked (internships are not eligible for benefits)

Schedule: Part-time Mon - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Hours and days will vary. Exact schedule, including remote work if available to be worked out with assigned department.

Duration: Most of Cabarrus County internships are expected to last for a duration of six-months pending availability of funds and continuation of the internship program. Internship Program may end at any time with or without notice.

About Cabarrus County

With nearly 250,000 residents, Cabarrus County is the ninth-largest county in North Carolina. More than 1,200 employees across over 30 departments provide vital public services, including law enforcement, property assessment, soil and water conservation, health and human services, code enforcement, cultural and recreational programs, and much more. Our vibrant and rapidly growing community relies on forward-thinking, innovative leaders to manage its evolving service needs.

Cabarrus County employs dedicated professionals who are committed to maintaining the dignity and integrity of the workplace and protecting the rights of every employee. With a wide variety of employment options, the County offers opportunities to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

Cabarrus County is home to Atrium Health Cabarrus and the North Carolina Research Campus. The County's diverse economy also includes biotechnology, healthcare, manufacturing, industrial and business parks, warehousing and distribution, entertainment and hospitality, retail, and aviation.

Cabarrus County is home to "Where America Thrives"

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks:

Conducting research and preparing materials; preparing documents and files; entering/updating information in various formats and systems

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Gathers and compiles information.
• Prepares and presents reports and data.
• Produces a variety of documents, as maps, policies, procedures, programs, etc.
• Assists in the maintenance of information.
• Updates current information in existing formats and data systems.
• Attends and observes meetings.
• Meets with assigned mentor monthly or as requested.
• Performs related tasks as required.

County Managers Office Duties:

The County Manager's Office internship offers hands-on experience in local government administration, project coordination, and cross-departmental collaboration, while providing firsthand experience in how County departments work together to accomplish County-wide priorities.

• Administrative Support: Assist with daily administrative tasks, meeting preparation, document organization, scheduling, and tracking action items.
• Project Management & Special Projects: Support County projects and strategic initiatives by tracking timelines, gathering updates, monitoring follow-up items, and assisting with special projects across the organization.
• Departmental Collaboration: Work with County departments to coordinate projects, gather information, and support communication and follow-up.

This internship is a great fit for someone who is organized, curious, enjoys solving problems, communicates well, and likes working with people. A positive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple projects will help you thrive in this role!

Communications Department Duties:

The Communications and Outreach internship offers hands-on experience.

• Storytelling: with a focus on video production, writing, design and social media.
• Production/Editing: Assist with filming, editing and producing engaging content that highlights Cabarrus County services, events and initiatives.
• Creativity and Technical: Requires creativity, some technical skills and the willingness to participate in a true team environment.

Active Living and Parks Department Duties:

The Active Living and Parks internship offers hands-on experience.

• Program Support: Assist with planning, organizing, and delivering programs, help facility activities that promote wellness, engagement, and lifelong learning
• Special Events & Community Engagement: Help organize and implement public events, including Touch-A-Truck, Expo, tournaments, and community celebrations; work alongside staff to ensure event logistics, volunteer coordination, and participant experience are successful.
• Park Operations & Facility Management: Support the daily operations of parks, trails, and active living centers; assist with scheduling, maintenance coordination, and visitor services
• Administrative Support: Help collect and analyze data related to program participation and community needs; contribute to grant research, policy review, and department-wide initiatives; gain exposure to the planning and budgeting process that guide parks and recreation services
• Marketing & Communication: Create engaging content for social media and flyers; capture photos and stories that highlight the impact of parks and programs and collaborate on campaigns to increase awareness and participation in department offerings

Business Services Department Duties:

The Business Services internship offers hands-on experience.

• Support the HR centralization project across Social Services by assisting in the implementation of standardized best practices.

• Collaborate with HR team members on evaluation processes, including tracking deadlines, sending reminders, and following up on required documentation such as PSRs.

• Assist in developing and documenting internal HR procedures and practices, including the creation of an internal HR manual.

• Auditing invoices and other accounting tasks as assigned.

• Reconciliation of coding and Federal/State funding

• Perform monthly reconciliation of Social Services payroll to the general ledger to support financial reporting and highlight the connection between HR and accounting functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the theory, principles and practices in the area of work or assignment; knowledge of research techniques relevant to the area of work; knowledge of data collection methods and techniques; knowledge of the equipment used in the area of work or assignment; proficiency in basic computer skills; ability to research and organize facts and present them in a simple and clearly written form; ability to prepare written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Minimum Education / Experience requirements

Through a competitive application process, qualified students in a full range of academic majors, are selected for internships in various County departments.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. It's in your best interest to apply as early as possible.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be a recent graduate or currently attending an accredited college, university, law school, community college or technical institute.
• Applicants must carry a 2.5 or greater overall grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
• Applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
• Applicants must be willing and able to work for the entire internship assignment period.
• Applicants must be able to provide legal proof of identity and work authorization within three working days of employment.
• Recent graduates are defined as completing all requirements for an associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational, or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution within the previous two (2) years.

In addition to gaining practical workplace skills and experience in a variety of professional areas, interns are effectively introduced to career options with Cabarrus County Government. Cabarrus County Government does not guarantee job place at the end of the internship term. We do encourage and welcome interns to apply to available positions with Cabarrus County Government at the end of their internship.

Some county job postings indicate that you can qualify with an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If this language is included in the job description, it means you may qualify through either education, your years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.

If you have indicated that you have earned a certificate, diploma, or degree from a technical school, college, or university, please note that Cabarrus County will verify your educational credentials. Official transcripts must clearly show the specific credential awarded to ensure accurate validation.

Physical Requirements:

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, and determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Special Requirements:

None unless required specifically by host department.

Supplemental Information

Supplemental and Contact Information:

Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 - 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.

Not Applicable

01

I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you havent completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.

• Yes
• No

02

I understand in order to qualify for the Internship Program I must be a recent graduate within the past 2 years or currently attending an accredited college, university, law school, community college or technical institute.

• Yes
• No

03

Did you attach your current college transcript?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have an overall grade point average of at least a 2.5 or greater on a 4.0 scale?

• Yes
• No

05

What is your anticipated date of graduation?

06

Most of Cabarrus County internships are expected to last for a duration of six-months pending availability of funds and continuation of the internship program. Internship Program may end at any time with or without notice. If offered an internship, what is the max duration of time you could commit to an internship?

• 1 - 2 months
• 3 -4 months
• 5 - 6 months

07

We currently have internships open in various departments. What department are you interested in pursuing?

• County Managers Office
• Communications Department
• Active Living and Parks Department
• Business Services Department

08

Are you willing to accept a position that is compensated at the advertised hourly rate of $15.00?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Cabarrus County

Address 65 Church St S

Concord, North Carolina, 28025

Phone 704-920-2200

Website http://cabarruscounty.us