The application deadline has passed.
The Office of Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky is seeking highly motivated and dedicated interns at the college level to join our District Office team for the Spring and/or Summer semesters. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and contributing to meaningful work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Answering and screening calls, directing them to the appropriate staff members.
- Greet visitors to the District Office, including constituent drop-ins, appointments, and receiving and signing off on mail deliveries.
- Assisting with light constituent casework, which may include data entry, filing, and organizing documents.
- Maintaining office inventory, organization, and tidiness.
- Taking on special projects, including community outreach initiatives and supporting our policy team.
- And other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including showing a strong sense of empathy, diplomacy, and tact.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and be able to concisely relay important information to staff.
- Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in basic office software (e.g.,Google Workspace).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A genuine interest in public service and community engagement.
- A "can-do" attitude and willingness to jump into any role or task.
Ideal Qualifications Include:
- Experience working in some sort of civic organization, government office, or non-profit organization.
- Bilingual capabilities (Spanish, Persian, Hebrew, or Korean).
- A self-starter with the ability to anticipate needs and proactively address tasks.