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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Gain hands-on experience working for a local elected official.

APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Gain hands-on experience working for a local elected official.

APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP

Supervisor Barger’s office is always looking for eager, dedicated public servants.

Our internship program offers a hands-on opportunity to learn about vital issues and gain experience working for a local elected official. Interns will interact with county departments, constituents, and other branches of government.

Interns will be assigned to one of the following office locations: Antelope Valley, San Fernando Valley, East San Gabriel Valley, Downtown Los Angeles, San Gabriel Valley, or Santa Clarita Valley.

The internship is a paid position with compensation ranging from $17.50 – $22.98 per hour with a maximum allotment of 20 hours per week for no longer than six months.

Candidate Qualifications

  • Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
  • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • Have strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Have excellent organizational skills
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, and Excel
  • Be proficient in research techniques
  • Have a working knowledge of basic office procedures and machines
  • Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance

Duties & Responsibilities

Constituent Services

Route constituent concerns to the proper staff member, county department, or other entity
Data entry into case management software

Public Relations

Order, organize, and process cards, certificates, and scrolls as requested

Research

Fact finding for ongoing projects

Office Operations

Filing and answering phones
Updating office material & records
Distributing mail

Working with Staff

Shadow and collaborate with policy or field staff members

Email our office at the link below to request an internship application.
APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP
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500 W. Temple ST.

Room 869

Los Angeles, CA 90012

(213) 974-5555

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