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DESCRIPTION The City of Long Beach, the Office of Mayor Rex Richardson, and educational partners California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) and California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) invite eligible students and recent graduates to apply for the Long Beach Public Service Corps Program position (LBPSC). The Long Beach Public Service Corps is a paid program designed to increase access to careers in public services. Through hands-on placements in City of Long Beach departments, Corpsmembers gain practical experience, build professional networks, and connect their academic studies to real-world public service work.

Up to 30 Corpsmembers will be selected. Aligning with City Council-adopted priorities, including Strategic Vision 2030 and the Grow Long Beach Economic Development Blueprint, the Long Beach Public Service Corps (LBPSC) fosters economic inclusion and expands opportunities for residents so they can develop successful career paths into public service. Through this program, students and recent graduates will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain insights into the inner workings of City departments, and contribute to meaningful projects that positively impact the Long Beach community.

Long Beach Public Service Corps is administered by the City's Economic Development & Opportunity's Workforce Development Bureau, and funded by California Volunteers, the state office that manages programs and initiatives aimed at increasing the number of Californians engaged in service and volunteerism. Participation in the program will allow fellows to obtain hands-on work experience, insight into City Government, career development and more. LBPSC is ideal for individuals who would like to explore a career in public service.

Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours over 12 months and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. However, Non-Career employees may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Selected participants will: Work up to 1,000 paid hours at $25.09 per hour between September 2026 and August 2027

Be placed in a City of Long Beach department to gain hands-on experience in a professional public sector environment. Participate in professional development workshops, facility tours, and networking opportunities designed to prepare them for careers in government and civic leadership. Assist with administrative, operational, and project-based assignments, including research, reports, presentations, and collaborative initiatives designed to provide practical workplace experience, transferable skills, and exposure to local government and public service careers.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE Currently at senior-level standing at CSUDH or CSULB as of Fall 2026 (undergraduate or graduate levels) with a GPA of 2.0 or higher or A recent graduate of CSUDH or CSULB or A recent graduate of a 4-year institution, currently residing in Long Beach SELECTION PROCEDURE This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on June 9, 2026. To be considered, please submit an online application, including a resume, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration

The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-7008.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We value diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is respected and included.

We strive to reflect the diversity of our community at all levels of the organization, advance equity, and inclusion through our work with staff and community partners, and promote transparency by publishing workforce demographic information, including diversity and pay data by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer.

If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7008

The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision.

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