Veteran Internship Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER R826AA-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT We welcome applications from everyone. WHEN TO APPLY We will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will continue until positions are filled and service needs are met

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With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with over 116,000 employees across more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services, including law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities, and more. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee.

The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

Follow us on Social Media. Essential Job Functions Veterans' Internship Program The Veterans' Internship Program provides paid, on-the-job training opportunities for qualified veterans of the United States Armed Forces. This program is designed to help veterans gain valuable work experience and develop the skills needed to successfully compete for permanent County positions.

Depending on the assignment, interns may participate in a structured 12- to 24-month training program in one of the specialty areas listed below. Each pathway offers hands-on experience and career development to support your transition into County service. Who We Are Looking For We are seeking motivated, career-focused veterans who are ready to build a long-term career in public service.

The program offers six distinct career pathways, each providing practical training, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities. AVAILABLE CAREER PATHWAYS AND TYPICAL DUTIES: 1. Administrative Support Monthly Salary: $4,229.36 Assist with research, analysis, and interpretation of administrative, budgetary, programmatic, and personnel matters

Compile and analyze data to support administrative operations. Assist in preparing written reports, correspondence, and presentations. 2.

Crafts Support Monthly Salary: $4,229.36 Assist skilled craft workers in installing, maintaining, repairing, and modifying equipment and facilities. Assist with overhaul and repair of gasoline and diesel engines and related mechanical systems. Special License Requirement: A valid California Class A, B, or C driver's license may be required depending on assignment

Physical Requirement: Some assignments require moderate to arduous physical activity (Physical Class 3 - Moderate or Physical Class 4 - Arduous) and would require a corresponding physical examination. 3. Heavy Maintenance and Operational Support Monthly Salary: $4,229.36 Assist in the repair and maintenance of roads, flood control channels, sewers, easements, sidewalks, and other publicly maintained properties

Transport equipment and materials to work sites. Assist with the operation of maintenance and power equipment. Special License Requirement: A valid California Class A, B, or C driver's license may be required, depending on assignment.

Physical Requirement: Some assignments require moderate to arduous physical activity (Physical Class 3 - Moderate or Physical Class 4 - Arduous) and would require a corresponding physical examination. 4. Information Technology Support Monthly Salary: $4,345.45 Assist with system analysis, application support, and technical troubleshooting

Install, configure, and maintain computer hardware, software, and network systems. Assist with coding, testing, and debugging applications. Support system users and assist with technical documentation.

Physical Requirement: Some assignments require moderate physical activity (Physical Class 3 - Moderate) and would require a corresponding physical examination. 5. Office and Clerical Support Monthly Salary: $4,229.36 Provide receptionist and customer service support

File, organize, and maintain records and documents. Respond to routine public inquiries in person and by telephone. Perform general clerical support duties.

Physical Requirement: Some assignments require moderate physical activity (Physical Class 3 - Moderate) and would require a corresponding physical examination. 6. Outreach and Advocacy Monthly Salary: $4,345.45 Conduct outreach and connect veterans and their families with County and community services by providing information, referrals, and linkage to appropriate programs and resources

Assist veterans in accessing and navigating supportive services, including healthcare, housing, employment, legal assistance, and other programs that promote stability and well-being. For more information on the career path the Veteran Intern offers, please visit the Career Pathfinder website. Requirements No experience required; however, the veteran must have been discharged or released from active duty in the United States Armed Forces under honorable conditions.

Released from active duty refers to full-time military service, excluding active duty for training. License: A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Some assignments may require a valid California Class A, B, or C Driver's License at the time of appointment.

Successful applicants for positions that require driving must provide verification of their driver's license and a copy of their driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. A valid DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation after Service in the United States Armed Forces, is required. Physical Class: 2 - Light.

This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Some assignments are rated Class (3 - Moderate) or Class (4 - Arduous) and require passing a physical exam.

3 - Moderate. Stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. 4 -Arduous.

Frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity, such as those in Safety positions. Our Assessment Process: Once we have identified that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in an online, multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment, weighted 100%, measuring: Customer Focus Learning Potential Responsibility Applicants must meet the requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment in order to be placed on the eligible register.

Exam Review: MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Transfer of Test Components: If you recently took identical components for other exams, the test responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam

Test Preparation: We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help with test preparation, we recommend reviewing all relevant materials. Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests

Also, additional information is available on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance." Eligibility and Vacancy Information: Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on an eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months. We will use this register to fill vacancies throughout the County of Los Angeles, as they occur

Applications will be processed on an as-received basis, and those earning a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. In lieu of traditional banding, an alternative banding procedure may be employed consistent with Civil Service Rule 11.01(D). Application and Filing Information: We only accept applications filed online

Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting

This website can also be used to get application status updates. Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant armed forces experience, including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in the refusal of the application or the rescission of the appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements.

Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification. We will send notifications to the email address provided in the application, so it is important that a valid email address is provided. Applicants who unsubscribe or opt out of email communications may access notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and reviewing the profile inbox

It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for rescheduling an exam part. Register the domains below as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov DHRclericalexams@hr.lacounty.gov info@governmentjobs.com talentcentral@shl.com noreply@proctoru.com donot-reply@amcatmail.com New email addresses need to be verified

This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses. Additional Information Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States.

The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities among races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Testing Accommodation: If an accommodation is required to ensure fair participation in any part of the assessment process, the opportunity to request one will be provided during the application process.

Please note that documentation from a qualified medical provider or other appropriate professional may be required to support a testing accommodation request. Testing Accommodation Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Testing Accommodation Phone: (213) 441-3150 California Relay Services Phone:(800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 Department Contact Name: James Cheung Department Contact Phone and Email: (213) 433-2962 / jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov Job Number: R826AA-R COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles

Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement: The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/

Testing Accommodations for Applicants: The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting.

For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/. Fair Chance: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment

The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a di...