Political Science Intern Jobs in Edgewater, FL (NOW HIRING)

Major Functions The County of Volusia is seeking an Intern for the Emergency Management Division. This is a temporary (20 hours per week) position located in Daytona Beach, Florida and is responsible for reviewing, designing and developing numerous and diverse projects, studies and objectives such as emergency operational plans, assisting the county and its residents in mitigating against, preparing for, responding to, and recovering from disasters. NOTE: This position is posted on a continuous basis and candidates that apply could be selected for fall/spring/summer based on the time of year.

This is an unpaid internship for college credit only, and if selected, the interns must provide information from their school. This is NOT a virtual internship, this IS a in-person internship. * Temporary positions do not receive County benefits.

Illustrative Duties (NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.) Reviews Health Care Facility emergency operations plans. Designs and facilitate tabletop and operational exercises

Develops and deliver public outreach presentations. Assists county-wide stakeholders in developing emergency operations plans and continuity of operations plans. Assists with the Community Organizations Active in Disasters.

Provides outreach and emergency preparedness assistance to private schools. May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs. Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.

Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances. Responds to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements To be eligible for a County of Volusia internship, the ideal intern must: Be enrolled in an accredited college or university as a: Full-Time Undergraduate Student (Fall/Spring - 12 Credit Hours; Summer - 6 Credit Hours), or Full-Time Graduate Student (Fall/Spring - 9 Credit Hours; Summer - 6 Credit Hours); Be currently seeking a degree in an area of study related to the internship position; Be able to work four (4) to six (6) hours per day, three (3) times per week, for at least twelve (12) weeks during the assigned internship; and, Undergraduates must maintain a 2.8 GPA or higher on a 4.0 grade scale; graduate students must have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of hire. The preferred candidate having met the minimum requirements, will be enrolled in one of the following degree programs: Political Science, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Public Management, Supervision and Management, International Studies, Emergency Management, Graphic Design, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

NOTE: This position is posted on a continuous basis and candidates that apply could be selected for fall/spring/summer based on the time of year. This is an unpaid internship for college credit only, and if selected, the interns must provide information from their school. This is NOT a virtual internship, this IS a in-person internship.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of basic computer skills. Knowledge of basic customer service skills. Ability to develop and facilitate exercises.

Ability to structure, research and develop emergency plans. Ability to educate the public about disaster preparedness. Ability to work with community stakeholders in emergency management and disaster preparedness.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, volunteers, and the Public. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Ability to interact effectively with others.

Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs. ADA REQUIREMENTS: Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Ability to see, talk; finger dexterity.

Major visual functions are acuity, far and near, field of vision, and accommodation. Visual acuity (peripheral vision and depth perception) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle. Environmental Demands: General inside work.

Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend technical and professional journals and manuals, reports, abstracts, statistical data, legal documents. Ability to perform mathematical functions. Ability to speak publicly.

Ability to analyze data and develop conclusions. Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.