<p>THE POSITION</p> <p>The City of Carson, in collaboration with California State University Dominguez Hills, is excited to announce the 2025-2026 Internship and Mentorship program. This program is open to currently enrolled junior, senior, or graduate students attending a local university.</p> <p>About the program:</p> <p>The program is designed to bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to City services and programs, while providing students with hands-on public service experience. It also aims to cultivate a talent pipeline for the City's future workforce and help shape the next generation of professionals. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about various departments within the public sector and engage in meaningful project-based assignments that align with their academic and career goals.</p> <p>The City of Carson has ten (10) Administrative Intern for Mentorship Program positions available for the 2025-2026 cohort within the following potential areas of exploration:</p> <ul> <li> <p>City Manager's Office</p> </li><li> <p>Innovation & Sustainability</p> </li><li> <p>IT & Security</p> </li><li> <p>Public Safety & Emergency Management</p> </li><li> <p>Community & Economic Development</p> </li><li> <p>Human Services</p> </li><li> <p>Community Services</p> </li></ul> <p>Required Documents to be attached with your application:</p> <p>Copy of your college transcript indicating that you are currently enrolled at California State University, Dominguez Hills campus as a junior, senior or graduate student. Your transcript must reflect a grade point average (GPA) of 2.8 or higher*</p> <p>Vacancy Information</p> <p>These are part-time/temporary, at-will positions (FLSA: Non-Exempt) that are limited to a maximum of 500 hours per fiscal year. Work hours and the weekly schedule will be arranged around your school commitments; however, participants will be limited to a maximum of 20 hours per week</p> <p>Under the direction of an assigned supervisor or manager, interns will perform professional administrative duties in support of divisional or departmental operations, which may include:</p> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES</p> <p>(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)</p> <ol> <li> <p>Performs research, compiles data and prepares reports related to administrative and operational matters.</p> </li><li> <p>Conducts surveys and studies and makes recommendations based on findings.</p> </li><li> <p>Assists with file maintenance, data entry and generates reports using a variety of computer software programs.</p> </li><li> <p>Prepares written correspondence.</p> </li><li> <p>Participates in the preparation and revision of brochures and other administrative materials.</p> </li><li> <p>Works with other professional employees assigned to special work projects.</p> </li><li> <p>Provides information to and consults with staff and the public.</p> </li><li> <p>Operates a variety of office machines, including a personal computer.</p> </li><li> <p>Attends meetings or events in the evening or on weekends.</p> </li><li> <p>May drive to different locations to perform work, site inspections/surveys or attend meetings within and outside the City.</p> </li><li> <p>Performs related duties as required.</p> </li></ol> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows:</p> <p>Education and Experience:</p> <p>Must be enrolled as a junior, senior or graduate student at a local university, preferably California State University Dominguez Hills (CSU DH), with a GPA of 2.8 or higher.</p> <p>Knowledge of:</p> <ul> <li>Modern English usage. </li><li>Mathematics, including statistics. </li><li>Research and analytical methods. </li><li>Personal computers and related software applications (such as Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams). </li><li>Methods of report presentation. </li></ul> <p>Skill and Ability to:</p> <ul> <li>Compile, review and evaluate data. </li><li>Communicate effectively orally and in writing. </li><li>Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. </li><li>Learn City organization, operations, policies and objectives. </li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships. </li><li>Deal tactfully with the public. </li></ul> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS</p> <p>Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:</p> <ul> <li>Require vision (which may be corrected) to read small print. </li><li>Perform work which is primarily sedentary. </li><li>Are subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. </li><li>May be required to use personal vehicle in the course of employment. </li><li>May be required to attend periodic evening meetings and/or to travel within and out of City boundaries to attend meetings. </li><li>May be required to work evenings or weekends. </li></ul> <p>Employee will receive no benefits except they will be covered under City's worker's compensation insurance and to the extent benefits are required to be provided under State law.</p> <p>Recruitment Process:</p> <p>This recruitment will close at 11:59 pm on December 9, 2025. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit an online application, including proof of education in PDF format. Resumes and Cover Letters are highly recommended. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and/or for level and relatedness of education depending on the requirements for the position you are being considered for.</p> <p>NOTE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualifying candidates will be interviewed and considered for employment on a "first come-first served" basis. Candidates interested in these positions are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.</p> <p>Appointment</p> <p>Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing live scan, background check and other tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.</p> <p>The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and/or verification. Inaccurate and/or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment.</p> <p>Other Information:</p> <p>The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in the strength that comes from different perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the vibrant diversity of our community. This commitment is embraced at all levels of our organization, from our management staff to our policymakers. We partner with our staff and community organizations to ensure our policies and practices remain transparent and equitable. As part of this commitment, we regularly publish updated demographic information on our workforce, including data on diversity and pay equity by race and gender.</p> <p>In accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Carson will consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history. Applicants are not required to disclose their criminal history or undergo a background check until receiving a conditional job offer. If any concerns arise from a background check, and the conviction is directly related to the role, applicants will have the opportunity to provide context, present mitigating evidence, or dispute the report's accuracy. For more information about the Fair Chance Act, please visit https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.</p> <p>The City of Carson intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you need a special accommodation during the recruitment process or would like this information in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at (310) 952-1736.</p> <p>CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES:</p> <p>Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this application. You must indicate a personal email address to receive communications and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.</p> <p>01</p> <p>The following supplemental questions will be used to assist us in screening your application. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. This questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Your responses to this questionnaire may also be used to evaluate your qualifications beyond the minimum requirements, as part of the application screening process. As such, please take the time necessary to answer the questions thoroughly. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire, or those that say see resume or application, may not be considered. It is imperative that your responses to the questionnaire provide a true and accurate reflection of your background. Additionally, your answers MUST be supported by the information you have entered in your general application. Responses which cannot be substantiated by information contained in your application will be deemed invalid. Falsification, exaggeration and misrepresentation will result in your disqualification. Your responses will be evaluated as submitted. Do you agree to answer the following questions truthfully and completely AND understand that falsification or overstatement of your qualifications is grounds for disqualification of your application?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>02</p> <p>Are you currently enrolled at California State University, Dominguez Hills as a junior, senior or graduate student?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>03</p> <p>If you do not attend California State University, Dominguez Hills campus, please indicate the local college or university you are currently enrolled in (Please input N/A if this does not apply):</p> <p>04</p> <p>Please indicate the major you are currently enrolled in:</p> <p>05</p> <p>Do you have a GPA of 2.8 or higher? (Must be reflected on your college transcript attached)</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>06</p> <p>If you answered yes to the question above, did you attach your current school transcripts to this application?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>07</p> <p>Do you have the legal right to work in the United States? (Proof of work authorization will be required as a part of the employment process)</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>08</p> <p>Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>09</p> <p>Please select the top 3 departments you are interested in:</p> <ul> <li>Community Services </li><li>Community Development </li><li>Human Resources </li><li>Public Safety </li><li>City Manager's Office </li><li>Information Technology & Security </li><li>Public Works </li></ul> <p>10</p> <p>Please share why you are interested in the City of Carson's Administrative Intern for Mentorship Program.</p> <p>Required Question</p> <p>Employer City of Carson</p> <p>Address 701 E. Carson Street</p> <p>Carson, California, 90745</p> <p>Phone (310) 952-1736</p> <p>Website http://ci.carson.ca.us</p>