Department of Waste Resources Student Intern
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Job Location:
Moreno Valley, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 16 - 22
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
For questions regarding this position please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Under supervision assists and participates in the work performed by employees of a specific profession; through participation receives supervised work experience in a specific professional vocation; and performs other related duties as required.
The Temporary Assistant Professional Student Intern class consists of current high school students with a valid work permit undergraduates graduates doctoral students or recent graduates with a major study area directed towards a specific profession and departmental assignments. Incumbents are employed by County of Riverside departments and are provided in-service training through participation in the actual duties and responsibilities assigned professional employees. Participants will gain an understanding of the application of concepts and methodologies of the department to which they are assigned.
Incumbents within the Temporary Assistant - Professional Student Intern classification are distinguished from regular County employees in that their employment is temporary exempt from the County merit system Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) as well as most County-provided employee benefits and serve in an At-Will status. As such the incumbent may be terminated from service at any time without notice cause or rights of appeal.EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Examples of Essential Duties: Under supervision assists and participates in the work performed by employees of a specific profession; Through participation receive supervised work experience in a specific professional vocation and performs other related duties as required.
The intern will be responsible for but not limited to:- Assisting in the creation of engaging social media content (including photography and educational videos) about environmental issues sustainability and waste reduction.
- Assisting with developing a social media calendar and campaign.
- Strategizing ways to grow the online presence and awareness of the Department of Waste Resources.
- Attending community outreach events and provide information and resources to the public about waste management and sustainability.
- Participating in coordinating programs and events for the Department.
- Supporting staff and volunteers in resource garden care outreach efforts and research.
The intern should expect to gain hands-on experience with social media content creating data tracking project development and implementation and community outreach efforts marketing/public relations.
The intern will also have the opportunity to develop their teamwork analytical and communication skills along with knowledge of environmental issues solid waste and recycling regulations and local government operations.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average: 2.5 GPA required.Proof of most current unofficial/official transcript with cumulative GPA must be provided at time of application as well as a resume.
Areas of Study:
Education:Applicants must be currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or university in a Bachelors or Masters degree program.- Arts or Humanities
- Communications Marketing Journalism or similar
- Public or Business Administration Human Resources Organizational Studies or similar
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
Desired Qualifications:- Familiarity with environmental programs climate change/science
- Experience using Canva
- Spanish speaker
**All applicants are required to include a resume and most recent unofficial/official transcript. Document(s) must be uploaded as attachments at time of application to be considered.**
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Whats Next
This recruitment is open to all applicants currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or university.
No late applications will be permitted and changes or alterations cannot be accepted. Resumes that include job descriptions and duties copied from the job classification will not be considered.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application. Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process.
General Information
For more information please contact Nathan Paul at .
If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time ator toll-free 1-.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference and as applicable the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate spouses death certificate a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements please review the Veterans Preference Policy C-3 here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-.
Required Experience:
Intern
