Vocational Intern
VOCATIONAL INTERN
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
Enrolled in an associate degree program in an accredited college or university or vocational or technical school, with the first year of the program completed.
Preferred Qualifications
Pay Range
Undergraduate or post undergraduate $21.63 per hour.
Graduate or post graduate student $23.00 per hour.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
1. Observes and assists employees in the assigned department to learn about areas of career interest.
2. Assists, as necessary, with coordinating, administering, or monitoring of specific programs.
3. Assists, as necessary, with collecting and organizing data for research.
4. Assists, as necessary, with performing analyses and preparing data for reports to supplement knowledge gained through academic courses.
5. Participates, as necessary, with finding solutions to existing problems and discuss recommendations to acquire skills in problem solving.
6. Assists with special projects.
Desired Skills and Abilities
- Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances.
- Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
- Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to gather information for reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
EEO/AA Statement
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
Full/Part Time
Department
Austin Water Utility
Location
Waller Creek 625 E 10th Street, Austin 78701
Days and Hours
Monday -Friday 1:00-5:00
Desired Start Date
05/01/2025
Position End Date
08/29/2025
Job Close Date
04/01/2025