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Location : Citrus Heights, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2026-00018
Department: Administrative Services
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Description
The City of Citrus Heights is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Interns and Management Interns to gain hands-on experience in local government administration and contribute to meaningful projects that support the City's operations and the community we serve.
This is an excellent opportunity for a current college student or recent graduate interested in public administration, government, business administration, law enforcement, human resources, sustainability, community development, economic development, general services, or a related field. The Intern/Management Intern will work closely with City leadership and staff across multiple departments and will have the opportunity to learn how a municipal organization operates.
The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, organized, collaborative, and eager to learn. This position is designed to provide exposure to a broad range of governmental functions while allowing the intern to take ownership of assigned projects.
This is a temporary, part-time position limited to a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. This position is not eligible for benefits beyond those required by law. Hours will vary depending upon the position and department assigned. The City currently has paid and unpaid (volunteer) positions available. For paid positions, placement is dependent upon qualifications (see the Minimum Qualifications section below). The current pay rate for paid positions is as follows:
Intern: $16.90 / Hour
Management Intern: $18.59 - $23.24 / Hour
You may be a strong candidate for this exciting opportunity if you enjoy:

• Figuring out how to solve problems.
• Turning information into useful recommendations.
• Working on projects from beginning to end.
• Learning how different City departments work together.
• Asking thoughtful questions and looking for better ways to do things.
• Working with data, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Communicating with people at different levels of an organization.
• Learning about careers in local government and public administration.

Examples of Duties
This is an opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic local-government environment. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to the operational, administrative, and policy functions that support a municipal organization.
Depending on organizational needs and the intern's interests and skills, assignments may include:
Administrative Services Department
The Administrative Services Department serves as an internal customer service provider of integrated services including human resources, finance, information technology, and risk management.

• Finance: The Finance Division is responsible for maintaining and reporting the city's accounting systems, completing required financial reporting, managing the city's financial investments, budget preparation and implementation.
• Human Resources: The Human Resources Division is responsible for implementing the city's mission, vision, and core values, as well as recruiting, hiring, and retaining a talented workforce.
• Information Technology: The Information Technology Division is responsible for supporting the city's network, data, and application systems.

City Clerk's Office

• The City Clerk's Office has a broad range of responsibilities. As the manager of the City Council's business records and actions, the City Clerk's Office provides comprehensive information to the community and the internal organization. In addition to the traditional responsibilities of overseeing the City Council's business records, the Clerk's Office manages the election process and maintains record management for the organization.

General Services Department

• Public Works & Engineering: The Public Works and Engineering Division focuses primarily on projects and programs that affect the city right-of-way. Right-of-ways exist in places where infrastructure is built. Typical rights-of-way include roadways, sidewalks, curb and gutter, and easements for power or telephone lines and drainage facilities. Development project review, drainage and storm water services, street maintenance, traffic investigation, and permits for encroachment, street use, and transportation are all a part of this division.
• Community Services: The Community Services Division is comprised of garbage and recycling services, transit services, streetlight and traffic signal maintenance, customer service support, landscape maintenance, graffiti removal services, and grant administration. Service Requests may be made using SeeClickFix or downloading the app from Apple or the Google Play Store.
• Facilities, Grounds & Fleet: The Facilities, Grounds, and Fleet Division is responsible for the maintenance of city buildings and other properties, as well as any new construction or remodeling of city-owned facilities. In addition, this division purchases and maintains all city vehicles. This division is also responsible for maintaining all city-owned trees and landscaping.

Community Development Department
The Community Development Department works collaboratively with other city departments to provide a variety of city services through the following division: Planning, Building & Safety, and House & Grants.

• Planning: The Planning Division serves as an information center to assist citizens and the development community in understanding and applying Citrus Heights development policies in accordance with the General Plan and the Zoning Code. The division also serves as the primary staff support for the Planning Commission. Also, under Planning, the Business License Division is responsible for regulating business activities that occur within the city limits. The license promotes enforcement of city ordinances that protect the public and prevent nuisances and neighborhood disturbances.
• Building & Safety: The Building & Safety Division is responsible for reviewing plans, issuing building permits, and doing field inspections of buildings to ensure compliance with local and state mandated regulations related to building construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and accessibility.
• Housing & Grants: The Housing and Grants Division administers the Federal Community Development Block Grant Program, coordinating the city's housing efforts, as well as seeking and administering other grant programs for the city.

Economic Development & Community Engagement Department
The Economic Development & Community Engagement (EDCE) Department offers internships within Communications, which is held within the EDCE team. The Communications team assists in sharing City news and information with residents, employees, businesses, and the general community of Citrus Heights. Internship work could include:

• Generating digital and physical content
• Event assistance
• Social media management
• Media reporting and tracking
• Writing for e-newsletters

Police Department
The Police Department offers a variety of law enforcement responsibilities. The internship program is designed for college students pursuing Criminal Justice who are interested in a career in law enforcement. Interns gain hands-on experience by working alongside both sworn and professional staff, with exposure to all units within the department. Interns who demonstrate strong work ethic, character, and integrity may be considered for future opportunities, including part-time or full-time positions, as part of the Department's succession planning efforts. All interns are required to successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation to ensure the highest standards of volunteer service.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Intern: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Management Intern: Equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor's degree with major coursework directly related to the position assigned. Current enrollment in a graduate or undergraduate program from an accredited college or university, a technical or certificate program in a related field, or recent college graduation within the last 12 months, is required. In addition, Management Interns should possess the following:

• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing
• Strong computer skills (specific to the position)
• Enjoy working with the public
• Customer service experience
• An interest in local government and public service
• Ability to work independently

Experience: Prior work experience is not required.
License or Certificate: May need to possess a valid California driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance as required by the position.
The City reserves the right to place the candidate at the level it determines is the best fit based on experience, education, and the needs of the City.
PHYSICAL/SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
On a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use a telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry the weight of 10 pounds or less.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The selection process may include an application screening and interview. Candidates may also be asked to complete a written exercise or other job-related assessment.
The City reserves the right to modify the selection process as appropriate.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The City of Citrus Heights is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and employment opportunities without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The City of Citrus Heights is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment or selection process, please contact Human Resources at (916) 727-4731 or hr@citrusheights.net.
This position is not eligible for benefits beyond those required by law.
01
What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• College (1 to 29 semester units/ 1 to 44 quarter units)
• College (30 to 59 semester units/ 45 to 89 quarter units)
• College (60 to 89 semester units/ 90 to 134 quarter units)
• College (90 to 119 semester units/ 135 to 179 quarter units)
• College (120 or more semester units/ 180 or more quarter units)
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Other

02
Are you currently enrolled in College (undergraduate or graduate)?

• Yes
• No

03
What is your expected or actual graduation date (MM/YYYY)?
04
Are you currently enrolled in a technical or certificate program?

• Yes
• No

05
Please indicate your availability:

• Fall (semester/quarter)
• Winter (quarter)
• Spring (semester/quarter)
• Summer
• Ongoing

06
Please indicate your major or primary area of study:

• Accounting/Finance/Mathematics
• Information Technology
• Business/Public Administration/Human Resources
• Communications/Marketing
• Planning/Urban Development/Housing
• General Education
• Engineering (Civil, Mechanical or Electrical)/Architecture
• Other

07
If you selected "Other" in Question 6, please specify your area of study.
08
Which department(s) are you most interested in working with?

• Administrative Services Department
• City Clerk
• City Manager's Office
• Community Development Department
• Economic Development & Community Engagement
• General Services Department
• Police Department

09
Why are you interested in the department(s) you have selected?
Required Question