The Milwaukee County Clerk’s office has an internship opportunity for a college or university student who is interested in working in local government.
This is an unpaid internship. The student must be in an "internship program" through which they will earn credit at their school. Proof of academic credit for the internship is required before starting the internship.
Location
Milwaukee County Clerk’s Office
Milwaukee County Courthouse (Downtown Milwaukee)
901 N. 9th Street, Room 105
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Term
Spring Semester - January 2010
Hours
Eight (8) hours per week, flexible 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Education
Undergraduate or graduate student in political science, public administration,
library/information science, business, history, or social science.
Internship Description
The intern reports directly to the County Clerk and will be involved in a variety of activities in an office that provides services to the County Board of Supervisors, county government departments and the public. Responsibilities will vary, but may include customer service, research, writing, web site maintenance, and assisting with documenting legislative proceedings and lobbying regulation.
Desired Skills
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office and Adobe Professional Writer)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a group setting
- Well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to work with elected officials and the public
- Strong research skills, including computer research
- Working knowledge of the legislative process
If interested, please email a cover letter, resume and two professional or academic references to:
Joseph J. Czarnezki
If you have questions, please call 414-278-4067.