Public Service Intern 1

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

This recruitment is for a Public Service Intern 1 position located within the Division of Minerals. This internship is a 13-week summer program starting May 2026. Under general supervision the interns will be responsible for the discovery and physical securing of abandoned mine openings that present hazards to humans or animals. The securings are usually barbed wire fences. Work will be done at a variety of locations within Nevada.

Under general supervision Public Service Interns receive training and complete a variety of assignments in staff activities directly relating to their major course of study in order to enhance their academic training. Incumbents may be employed to intern in any professional occupation in State service. This class may also be used when specific residency or practical experience is a requirement for certification or registration.

Assist the regular staff in performing the duties required in carrying out the purpose and function of the work unit such as administering a program serving clientele or conducting research in a particular field of study.

Receive instruction from staff; observe and apply agency methods practices and procedures to activities and projects.

Assist staff in experimental and research work.

Gather and analyze data and prepare reports summarizing conclusions.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Public Service Intern Is perform the range of duties described in the series concept while enrolled in a program of undergraduate study.

Graduation from high school or the equivalent and enrollment and continued successful performance in an academic program related to the field of employment at an accredited college or university.

General knowledge of: principles and practices of the professional occupation of interest.

Ability to:compose reports of work activities.

Recruiter Contact Information: Sonja Grass -

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse inclusive and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race color national origin religion or belief age disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy domestic partnership genetic information (GINA) or compensation and/or wages.

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Division of Human Resource Management

Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
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Division of Human Resource Management
Southern Nevada
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Las Vegas NV 89119
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