Student Intern, Level II
Salary
$52,093.60 - $63,333.92 Annually
Location
Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA
Job Type
Internship
Job Number
26-C8G-A
Department
County-Wide Recruitment
Opening Date
01/01/2026
Closing Date
12/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
95
Description
Important Note: Applications are reviewed on an "as-needed" basis as departments submit requests. After six (6) months the application is inactivated; however, you may re-apply to the program. If additional information is required or your application is accepted into the program, you will receive an email. If you are interested in interning with a specific department, you may reach out to them directly.
The Student Intern classification is a County-wide classification. Duties are defined by the internship level and the various departments to which the students are assigned. Students can advance in both level and pay based on education and operational needs.
The Student Internship Program nurtures the educational and professional development of promising job candidates, which may lead to a longer retention of the individual as a County employee. A successful internship program enhances the Countys image among the student population, encouraging more students to apply in the future.
Typical Tasks
Student Intern, Level II is for Freshman or Sophomore year college students, community college students, or vocational school students who have completed high school. Interns at this level are closely supervised and work as assistants. Students are responsible for learning the Agencys or Departments policies, procedures, and methods of operations; collecting and tabulating data; and learning how to interpret such. In addition, Level II Student Interns are able to evaluate information gained in accordance with established policies and procedures and assist professional staff in ongoing project work.
This recruitment requires the submission of an online application. No paper applications will be accepted. Computers are available for applicants to apply online at the County Government Center, 70 West Hedding Street, 8th Floor, East Wing, San Jose, CA 95110, during normal business hours.
To apply, attach:
A copy of your unofficial transcript, official transcript, or a letter from your admissions office that displays your name, school information, declared major, grade point average, and total units/hours accumulated. Please Note: For verification purposes, we reserve the right to request official documentation.
A current class schedule that includes your name, course dates (start/end date), and school information on it or a letter from the admissions office. This will fulfill proof of enrollment in high school, college, or proof of graduation within the last six months, from the date of graduation. This document is separate from the transcript.
You must submit all documents by uploading them as attachments to your job application. Applications without the required documentation will be rejected.
Employment Standards
Student Eligibility:
In order to qualify for the Student Intern classifications, a student must:
Verification and Audit Procedures:
Special Requirements:
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
None
01
Please select the student status that describes you.
02
Please select your declared college major or vocational program objective.
03
For declared college majors or vocational program objectives not listed in the previous question, please type your college major or vocational program objective below. Type N/A if this does not apply.
04
What is your current GPA (grade point average) range, on a four-point scale?
05
To participate in the Student Internship Program, you must provide the following documents: • A copy of your unofficial transcript, official transcript, or a letter from your admissions office that displays your name, school information, declared major, grade point average, and total units/hours accumulated. Please Note: For verification purposes, we reserve the right to request official documentation. • A current class schedule that includes your name, course dates (start/end date), and school information on it or a letter from the admissions office. This will fulfill proof of enrollment and is not the same document as the transcript. You must submit all documents by uploading them as attachments to your job application. Your application without the required documentation will be rejected. Did you attach your most recent transcript and class schedule?
06
How did you find out about this job?
07
If you selected an event/fair or other in the question above, please specify. If not, type N/A.
Required Question
Employer County of Santa Clara
Address 70 W. Hedding Street
8th Floor, East Wing
San Jose, California, 95110
Phone (408) 299-6816
Website http://www.sccjobs.org/