Office of Diversity and Equity - Equity Inclusion Communications Internship
Office of Diversity and Equity - Equity Inclusion Communications Internship
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Job Description
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$15.95 $30.00 HourlyDepartment:
County ChairJob Type:
InternExemption Status:
United States of America (NonExempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
April 15 2025
The Opportunity:
Equity & Inclusion Communications Internship
College to County 2025 Office of Diversity and Equity
Pay Rate: $24 per hour
Job Type: Temporary College Intern
Duration: Summer 2025 Starting in June 12 weeks
Hours: 30 40 hours a week
Telework: Hybrid
Location: 501 SE Hawthorne Portland OR 97214
Does This Position Require Driving a County Vehicle No
TriMet Passes are available if transportation to County facilities is required.
Eligibility requirements and more details found on our College to County website.
What Does the Office of Diversity and Equity Do
The Office of Diversity and Equity (ODE) is a team of subject matter experts focusing on Multnomah County employees and residents affected by systemic racism other identity based oppression and the impacts of both. ODE provides countywide leadership consultation and advice while modeling best practices for equity analysis and development.
ODE works across the organization providing leadership initiatives piloting best practices consulting coordinating and collaborating to advance equity. Core to the work of ODE is a commitment to Inclusively Lead with Race and modeling intersectional approaches that recognize how multiple and compounding forms of marginalization impact communities employee experience and wellbeing.
ODE advances this work by providing countywide leadership as a multiracial multiidentity and diverse team of experts who are available to provide guidance and counsel across the organization modeling best practices to inform and influence change.
Internship Description & Responsibilities:
After engaging with ODE team and observation of work determine one 1 project to conduct a deeper analysis for reporting prior to end of internship
Assist with various operational initiatives projects and/or events that are supported by the Office of Diversity and Equity.
Provide administrative support:
Workforce Equity Strategic Plan (WESP) support communications; strategy; videography; planning; etc.
Engage in review of ODEs Commons (staff intranet) to better reflect information and resources
Conduct review and finalization of ODEs updated Shared Language Guide working with the team
Review analyze and propose updated version of ODEs newsletter including the addition of contact list within Constant Contact program
Learning Outcomes:
Coordinate a project or projects that will be mutually beneficial for you and Multnomah County.
Connect to key staff who can help deepen your understanding of public service.
Gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields you are considering for career paths.
Education and Minimum Qualifications:
Promote a culture of respect inclusiveness and appreciation of diverse perspectives backgrounds and values Link to Equity and Empowerment Lens
Ability to communicate to team members and our internal partners via phone email or in person
Ability to follow directions work both independently and as a team.
Online research experience and report writing.
Experience working with databases and spreadsheets.
Knowledge of basic computer and software applications such as word processing email and spreadsheets.
Successful applicants must be able to work independently on projects and understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Cole WhitehurstEmail:
Phone:
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
8007 College InternRequired Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
