Project Management Intern Jobs in Redlands, CA (NOW HIRING)

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section. ABOUT THE POSITION The Riverside County Sheriff's Department Project Management Office seeks a motivated and detail-oriented student intern to gain practical experience supporting public infrastructure projects, operational initiatives, facilities management, and government administration. The position provides hands-on exposure to public-sector project management and County operations while supporting capital improvement and facilities-related projects.

The in-person student internship position offers a flexible work week consisting of approximately 40 hours per week, with flexibility granted around academic obligations. The selected candidates can anticipate the internship to be two years in length. Incumbents within the Temporary Assistant - Professional Student Intern classification are distinguished from regular County employees in that their employment is temporary, exempt from the County merit system, Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) as well as most County-provided employee benefits, and serve in an "At-Will" status.

As such, the incumbent may be terminated from service at any time, without notice, cause, or rights of appeal. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Under supervision, assists and participates in the work performed by employees of a specific profession; Through participation, receive supervised work experience in a specific professional vocation, and performs other related duties as required. The intern will be responsible for, but not limited to: Assist project managers with project planning and scheduling, Assist with research, data analysis, documentation and stakeholder coordination, Provide meeting support, procurement processes, contract administration, budgeting, compliance activities, and operational improvement initiatives.

The intern should expect to gain hands-on experience with: Public-sector project management Facilities management and construction coordination Government budgeting and fiscal oversight Procurement and contract administration Strategic planning and operational coordination Public infrastructure planning Administrative policy implementation Regulatory compliance Interdepartmental collaboration Stakeholder communication Data analysis and operational reporting Process improvement initiatives MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average: 2.5 GPA required. Proof of most current unofficial/official transcript with cumulative GPA must be provided at time of application as well as a resume. Education: Applicants must be currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or university in a Bachelor's or Graduate degree program

Areas of Study: Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, Organizational Leadership, Public Affairs, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. Minimum Qualifications: Strong written and verbal communication skills, teamwork and collaboration Problem-solving and analytical thinking Organizational and time-management skills Desired Qualifications: Coursework in government budgeting, procurement, policy analysis, organizational management, or public administration Current enrollment in or completion of a Master of Public Administration (MPA), Public Policy, Public Affairs, Organizational Leadership, or related graduate MBA program preferred. Knowledge of local government operations or public works Familiarity with public-sector procurement, contract administration, and compliance Experience conducting policy research, operational analysis, or program evaluation Strong report writing and presentation skills Ability to interpret contracts, administrative procedures, and government documentation All applicants are required to include a resume and most recent unofficial/official transcript.

Document(s) must be uploaded as attachments at time of application to be considered. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION What's Next. This recruitment is open to all applicants currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or university. No late applications will be permitted and changes or alterations cannot be accepted

Resumes that include job descriptions and duties copied from the job classification will not be considered. Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.

Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. General Information For more information, please contact Rebecca Newman at rnewman@rivco.org. If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627

________________________________________________________________________________________ APPLICATION INFORMATION Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service.

For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s)

A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above

For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc

(AICE). Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration.

Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted.

Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting.

Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com. If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.