The Position

This job is designed to provide students with paid professional experience to further their education and training and is academically oriented for the student’s benefit. To qualify students must be enrolled in an accredited school program related to the type of work they are expected to perform. Positions will terminate upon completion of the internship period. Incumbents may deal with confidential information, which is expected to be maintained as confidential and shared only on a need-to-know basis with city employees and elsewhere when authorized by the intern’s city supervisor.
Responsibilities

• Collects data and reviews research materials, determines accuracy and validity of sources and appropriateness for use.

• Designs, develops, and conducts a variety of research projects; determines appropriate methodologies, information sources, sampling strategies, and data-collection tools, etc.

• Performs research activities by utilizing computer software to obtain and manipulate data.

• Writes or drafts technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.

• Other tasks as assigned.

• Complies with city and department policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, though summer internships may not require concurrent enrollment if the student is in good standing with the educational institution.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Must have good organizational and analytical skills.

• Must have good computer skills.

• Must work scheduled shifts in person

• Must be able to work some evening hours

• The scheduled work shift must be approximately 20 hrs. or less per week.

Company

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.