Public Administration Intern

Public Administration Intern

Salary

$17.00 Hourly

Location

Savannah, GA

Job Type

Intern

Job Number

202300828

Department

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Opening Date

11/05/2026

Closing Date

11/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
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Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. Youll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!

Description

Temporary part-time internship. Two positions available. Will work variable hours and must be available weekdays, evenings, and some weekends.

Are you interested in gaining hands-on experience in local government and public service? Chatham County, GA Government is seeking a Public Administration Intern to support the Board of Commissioners through policy research, administrative projects, meeting coordination, and community engagement. This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen your research, writing, and communication skills while making a meaningful contribution to your community.

Examples of Duties

• Provide general administrative support to County Commissioners.
• Perform policy research and analysis.
• Respond to public inquiries by email or phone.
• Create email templates.
• Coordinate meetings.
• Create communication and community engagement templates for use across multiple platforms.
• Assist citizens in a prompt and courteous manner for service requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, and
• Currently enrolled in a college or university working towards a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Public Administration or a closely related field; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Skilled and/or knowledgeable in social media, research, and writing.
• Bachelor's Degree within the past year in Public Administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.

In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.

Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.

Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the following supplemental questions. Information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I agree.
• No, I do not agree.

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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• YES
• NO

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Are you currently enrolled or a recent graduate within the past year in a college or university working towards a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Public Administration or a closely related field?

• YES
• NO

Required Question

Employer Chatham County Government

Address 123 Abercorn St

Savannah, Georgia, 31401

Phone 912-652-7964

Website https://chathamcountyga.gov