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Governor's Summer Intern - Govenor's Office

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Education & Teaching
  • Indianapolis

AI generated summary

  • You should be a dependable undergraduate/graduate student with strong communication skills, able to analyze data, conduct research, solve problems, and maintain confidentiality.
  • You will manage a major project, support daily operations, collaborate with teams, coordinate events, and provide administrative assistance, including scheduling and data entry.

Requirements

  • Should be personable, dependable, and professional to support a busy front office and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate with an accredited post-secondary institution and have completed at least one (1) year of undergraduate education.
  • Have academic work in a related field.
  • Demonstrate the ability to:
  • Analyze data sets related to discipline.
  • Conduct well-informed research.
  • Solve complex, critical problems.
  • Review and make recommendations on proposed changes to relevant policies and procedures.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and execute one major project related to agency needs and academic area of study.
  • Work in the Governor’s Office, learn and assist with the day-to-day operations.
  • Collaborate on projects and assignments with the operations team, legal team, legislative team, and communications team.
  • Partner with other relevant stakeholders to promote and enhance the quality of projects.
  • Assist in coordinating agency events, meetings, workshops, and presentations.
  • Provide general administrative support, including scheduling, documentation, and data entry.

FAQs

What is the hourly wage for the Governor's Summer Intern position?

The hourly rate for this position is $16.24 per hour for those enrolled in undergraduate programs and $17.24 per hour for those with an earned bachelor's degree.

What is the duration of the internship?

This seasonal internship is limited to 180 working days within an eleven (11) month continuous period.

Are benefits provided with this internship position?

This seasonal position does not offer benefits.

What educational qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited post-secondary institution and have completed at least one (1) year of undergraduate education.

What kind of projects will I be working on as an intern?

Interns will participate in predetermined projects that enhance college-level skills, which may include improving management functions, enhancing online presence and marketing initiatives, researching legal requirements, and expanding communication with the Legislative Branch.

Where is the internship located?

This position is located in the Indiana State House in Downtown Indianapolis.

What skills are required for a successful internship experience?

Candidates should possess excellent oral and written communication skills, be dependable and professional, and demonstrate abilities in data analysis, research, problem-solving, policy review, and maintaining confidentiality.

Is the Governor's Office internship an equal opportunity position?

Yes, the State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination.

Will I receive any support if I need accommodations due to a disability during the application process?

Yes, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process, and you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

What teams will I rotate among during my internship?

Interns will rotate among the Operations, Communications, Legal, and Legislative teams.

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