<p>Northern Bay Area</p> <p>Job Type</p> <p>Internship</p> <p>Close Date</p> <p>5/15/2026 at 5pm</p> <p>Salary</p> <p>$17.75-$17.76 Hourly</p> <p>Additional Questionnaires</p> <p>Supplemental</p> <p>About San Rafael</p> <p>The City of San Rafael is a charter city founded in 1913. The mission of the City is to enhance the quality of life and to provide for a safe, healthy, prosperous and livable environment in partnership with the community. The City has a staff of 441 regular FTE employees and an annual budget of $172 million. City departments include the City Manager's Office, Management Services, Finance, Community Development, Community Services, Fire, Library, Police, and Public Works. Click here to watch a short video and learn more about the City of San Rafael.</p> <p>The City of San Rafael was voted one of the 2022 Best Places to Work in local government by ELGL, a nationally recognized organization. The City was recognized for our cross-departmental work that is key to advancing community programs and projects. Employees from all departments worked together, allowing us to break down silos, and model our culture initiative, Together San Rafael.</p> <p>A strong emphasis on innovation, equity, and a commitment to our employees are a vital part of creating a wonderful community and for the trust we instill and have for providing ongoing learning opportunities to all staff are just some of the perks that make San Rafael the Best Place to Work.</p> <p>Non-Discrimination Policy</p> <p>The City of San Rafael values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</p> <p>In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof and/or be verified of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.</p> <p>Disaster Service Workers</p> <p>California Government Code Title I, Sections 3100 - 3109, declare all public employees to be Disaster Service Workers, subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. More information can be found here.</p> <p>Reasonable Accommodation</p> <p>The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations at any phase of the application and interview process, to accommodate persons with disabilities. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please advise Human Resources upon submittal of your application. For examination accommodations, please contact Human Resources at least seven (7) calendar days before the test date, at (415) 485-3474.</p> <p>View all openings</p> <p>Share</p> <p>Apply for Job Interested</p> <p>Description</p> <p>Are you a student - age 16 to 18?</p> <p>Are you looking for a summer job?</p> <p>Can you work 10 hours per week through the summer?</p> <p>TEEN INTERN - LUNCH AT THE LIBRARY</p> <p>Two (2) Positions Available</p> <p>Paid Internship for teens aged 16-18 years old - NO WORK EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!</p> <p>Salary: $17.75 per hour/NO Benefits Available</p> <p>Schedule: 10 hours per week through Summer</p> <p>APPLICATION DEADLINE: Apply by May 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM</p> <p>THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members' quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture. San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment. San Rafael (population 62,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $193 million. The City's vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity. The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment.</p> <p>San Rafael's Organizational culture framework is an initiative called "Together San Rafael." City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge. We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members. The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees. This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience.</p> <p>THE POSITION:</p> <p>The San Rafael Public Library is hiring Teen Interns (2 Positions Available) for the Summer Lunch at the Library Program. This important initiative helps ensure that youth in the City of San Rafael have access to free, healthy lunches throughout the summer. As a Lunch at the Library Intern, you will support a variety of program activities while working under the direction of library staff, gaining valuable experience and contributing to your community. All City of San Rafael teens age 16-18 are encouraged to apply. NO PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!</p> <p>IDEAL CANDIDATE:</p> <p>The Teen Intern is an energetic and dependable individual who enjoys engaging with diverse children an families (ages 0-12) and teens (ages 12-18). The Teen Intern will arrive on time with a positive attitude, is able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, communicate well with library staff and community members, and is open to learning new skills. They are willing to begin and end each workday at the library, participate in off-site outreach, assist in preparing and breaking down materials for each shift, and help track program statistics. Above all, they foster a welcoming and inclusive environment, ensuring all community members feel accepted at the library.</p> <p>This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to):</p> <ul> <li>Attend orientations and trainings. </li><li>Set up pop-up outreach site, track book distribution, and lead interactive off-site program. </li><li>Promote the library's Summer Reading Challenge. </li><li>Lead activities with children and parents. </li><li>Lunch at the Library is a joint partnership between the library and a federally funded program. Teen interns will be expected to learn and adhere to all Federal guidelines, as well as San Rafael Public Library policies and procedures. </li></ul> <p>Work Schedule/Hours:</p> <ul> <li>June 15, 2026 to August 7, 2026 </li><li>Required Schedule: Monday thru Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </li><li>The total time commitment is 10 hours of required training and 60 hours of regularly scheduled shifts over 7 weeks. </li><li>Interns must be able to complete all 10 hours of training and 60 hours to be considered for the internship opportunity. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications/Other Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Teenager aged 16-18 years old. </li><li>City of San Rafael resident. </li><li>Minors (ages 16-17) MUST obtain a work permit from their school in order to participate in this paid internship. </li><li>YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 16 YEARS OLD BY JUNE 1, 2026, TO APPLY. </li></ul> <p>APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:</p> <p>City of San Rafael application is required. A City of San Rafael application is required. Resumes do not substitute for the City of San Rafael application. To file an application, go online to www.calopps.org. Select "Member Agencies". Select "San Rafael". Follow this link to apply for this position: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20733469.</p> <p>Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the interview process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.</p> <p>Please call 415-485-3386 for more information</p> <p>Job Announcement URL:</p> <p>https://canva.link/75i0tunjwm7z8um</p> <p>Job PDF:</p> <p>Teen Intern - Recruitment Brochure.pdf</p>