Mayor’s Office Intern

Position Description

Support the work of the Office of Mayor Jacob Frey by assisting with logistics, conducting research, compiling reports and data, constituent management and outreach, and supporting the mayor’s staff as assigned. Part-time opportunities available with flexible schedule.

This is a great opportunity to gain work experience in a fast-paced and exciting public office working to make Minneapolis a better city.

This internship is expected to start in February through March 2023.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Draft and edit a wide variety of written material including, but not limited to, constituent responses, fact sheets, news releases, text for web pages, memoranda, and commentary articles.
Attend and help with logistics for various meetings and events.
Provide research and data gathered to assist in compiling reports and documents.
Compose letters and correspondence for Mayor and Mayor’s Staff.

Required Qualifications

Ability to meet and engage with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
Knowledge of and the ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, and other software programs.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Pursuing education or jobs program post-high school.
Interest in and basic knowledge of local, state, and national politics.

SELECTION PROCESS
Interested candidates should upload a brief letter of interest along with a resume with the online application. Candidates who meet qualifications and expectations will be contacted for an interview. The City of Minneapolis reserves the right to invite only the top qualified candidates. Applicants are strongly encouraged to seek college credit for their internship.

BACKGROUND CHECK
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.