Government Internship Program
City of 第一吃瓜网
The Office of Community and Government Relations works with the City of 第一吃瓜网, to provide our students with meaningful internship opportunities in local government and to assist the city in key offices that contribute to 第一吃瓜网’s ongoing revitalization:
Office of the Mayor
This internship in the Office of the Mayor of the City of 第一吃瓜网 will put you at the center of activity within the city. You will have the opportunity to work closely with the mayor and her staff in a dynamic and challenging environment, makinga real impact on the local community. The intern will be under the general supervision of the Mayor and her Confidential Secretary, and in certain instances, the City Solicitor.
Public Finance Internship
The city's Department of Business Administration is currently seeking an intern to perform critical support functions to assist the business administrator and finance manager navigate these challenges.
The city has a lean management model. The public finance intern will have a range of responsibilities and will brief the mayor and other leaders on a regular basis.
Information Technology
Through this internship in the city's Information Technology Department, you will have the opportunity to observe and engage in nearly every level of making the city’s critical data and technology functions run smoothly. This hands-on opportunity is unique in its breadth and depth, as well as offering experience in many of the special considerations that IT applications have within government and the public sector more broadly. The intern will be under the general supervision of the Information Technology director.
Office Of Economic And Community Development
This internship in the Office of Economic and Community Development (OECD) provides hands-on experience with economic development in a broad range of areas, such as housing, planning, business development, and data processing. OECD has a number of constituent programs that come under the office’s general umbrella, and so the intern will have the opportunity to work with a variety of professionals and engage in a series of unique tasks. The intern will be under the general supervision of the executive director and deputy director.
Law Department
The city's law department offers two internships.
The first internship offers the opportunity to observe and engage in various facets of municipal law and government operations. You will participate in a wide range of office activities and have the chance to join the chief of staff in meetings with the mayor, city staff and community stakeholders. The intern will be under the general supervision of the chief of staff.
The second internship offers the opportunity to observe and engage in nearly every level of the legal process from the drafting of legislation to its defense in court. You will participate in a wide range of office activities and have the chance to join the city solicitor in meetings with other city staff and community stakeholders. You may also accompany the city solicitor to and help prepare for court appearances. The intern will be under the general supervision of the city solicitor.
Office of City Council / City Clerk
The internship within the office of City Council and the city clerk will provide direct access to the function of the legislative body of the city. You will have the opportunity to work closely with the city clerk, his/her staff and with the councilpersons and their solicitor. You will also interact with staff in other city office as well as the general public. The intern will be under the general supervision of the city clerk and his/her executive assistant. The intern will produce a 2-3 page by the end of the internship that addresses one of three issues: 1) City-University collaboration; 2) student-specific concerns or ideas; or 3) a problem or opportunity for the city.
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Elected Officials
Attorney General - Bureau of Consumer Protection
The Bureau of Consumer Protection mediates and investigates consumer complaints. It takes legal action against companies that engage in unfair or deceptive business practices in cases where a lawsuit by the Attorney General serves the public interest and benefits the citizens of the Commonwealth.
Learn more about the Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Campaign and Political Party Internships
Pennsylvania Republican Party
The Republican Party of Pennsylvania is currently seeking motivated high school and college students interested in an exciting and fast-paced internship.
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Pennsylvania Democratic Party
The Pennsylvania Coordinated Campaign is seeking intelligent, hardworking interns to assist with voter outreach, party building and to help elect Democrats across the Commonwealth.
United States District Court Middle District of Pennsylvania Internship
Responsible clerical, administrative or technical experience which provided a knowledge of general office procedures and practices such as data entry, filing, record keeping. Experience with WordPerfect 10 and above, familiarity with database management concepts, and experience with research over the Internet.
James A. Finnegan Fellowship Foundation
The foundation conducts a statewide competition each year. Selected applicants are recognized at an annual awards banquet at the Governor's Residence and are assigned to intern with state agencies in Pennsylvania's capital city each summer, while receiving a stipend.
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Internship Contacts and Resources
Office of Community and Government Relations: If you are interested in an internship, please contact the Office of Community and Government Relations at julie.cohen@scranton.edu or 570-941-5529. The Office tracks student participation in these internships and in the case of the City of 第一吃瓜网 programs, acts as the resume collector before they are sent on to the prospective office.
Political Science Department: Contact the Political Science Department if you are a political science major seeking credit for the internship.
Center for Career Development: This Center can provide you with career counseling and internship resources, including resume writing, cover letter writing, interviewing skills and more.