Part-Time Paid Fall Internship (College Students)

Hourly Rate: $20.00

This is a limited internship program with five (5) positions available. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. Selected Interns must be available to work up to 20 hours per week beginning late August and running approximately 10 to 12 weeks.

(Application deadline Monday, August 10, 2026 at 5:00 pm)

The City of Mansfield Internship Program is designed to expose students to various departments within local government. Internships are available throughout the year, with each internship session lasting up to 10 - 12 weeks. Interns will report directly to a designated Internship Coordinator throughout the length of their internship.

EXAMPLES OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED:

• It is the intention of the internship to provide college students with opportunities such as work assignments, research, attending meetings, and other relevant work activities that will broaden their understanding of opportunities within local city government.
• Interns will have exposure to the following departments, which provide support for multiple municipal functions. Interns may be placed in a rotation or a specific department that is relevant to their degree path and potential career interest.
• Community Engagement
• Marketing & Communications
• Cultural Arts
• Records Management
• Hospitality & Tourism
• Community Services
• Historical Services
• Library
• Parks
• Nature Education
• Development & Building
• Facilities Services
• Environmental & Water Utilities
• Finance/Budget & Accounting
• Municipal Court

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Flexible, energetic, and outgoing
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to work well in teams and independently
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to work morning, evening, and weekend hours as necessary
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Windows applications

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• The internship is designed for college students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.

WORKING HOURS:

• Interns will be expected to work up to 20 per week for ten to twelve calendar weeks. The intern should be flexible by working the times and dates assigned to you. The intern will have to work some evenings and weekends.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS:

• The intern must have the ability to lift 50 lbs., answer phones, and operate a computer keyboard.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES

The City of Mansfield complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and it is our policy to ensure that no person is discriminated against based on their disability. The City of Mansfield offers equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals and strictly prohibits the discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. The City of Mansfield shall provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential job duties when doing so does not create an undue hardship for the city.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Mansfield provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The City of Mansfield is mandated by federal law to provide a drug-free working environment for the safety of its employees and the public. All employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer employment drug test and /or physical.