Sheriff's Project Management Office - Unpaid Internship at County of Riverside in Riverside, California

Job Description:

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside County Sheriff Department's Project Management Office is looking for a dynamic, energetic intern who is eager to learn about Facilities Management. The successful candidate should be willing and committed to help with tasks assigned by a supervisor. The intern will be involved in upcoming projects as well as assist with current campaigns. They will be working closely with the Project Management team to conduct research, capture data and attend meetings. The primary objective of this internship with Riverside County Sheriff's Project Management Office is to provide the intern with an opportunity to observe and/or participate in all aspects of the construction workplace and acquire the following fundamental skills:

Cognitive Development

• Acquire knowledge and skills to connect theory to practice


• Develop higher thinking skills (analysis, problem solving)

General Skill Development

• Improve writing and oral communication


• Become an effective team member and leader

Personal Development

• Develop self-reliance and self-confidence


• Become an ethical employee

This in-person internship opportunity is based in Riverside with a flexible work week consisting of approximately 25 hours per week. The selected candidate can anticipate the internship to span six to eighteen months in length.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Examples of possible duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manage, monitor and develop plans


• Respond to queries and monitor deliverables within a timely manner


• Review project specifications, blueprints, and building plans


• Perform clerical duties, maintain files, and organize documents; photocopy, fax, etc.


• Supervise the construction site personnel and contractors, inspect completed work


• Participate in project planning meetings and reviews, onsite and offsite


• Review bids and proposals from contractors and sub-contractors, and change orders


• Manage databases and input information, data, and records


• Take notes and memos during meetings; type documents, drafts, and reports; sort and manage files


• Run general Department related errands


• Shadow multiple office positions and train in a variety of tasks

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 .

Education: Applicants must be currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or university in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program or preparing to transfer to a Bachelor's program during the entire duration of the internship. Recent college graduates are eligible to intern for up to one year (twelve months) from their graduation date. Graduation date is not to exceed a twelve month maximum during the duration of the internship.

Areas of Study : Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architect, Interior Designer or similar; Public or Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Studies or similar

Minimum Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have experience in
  
  
  • Teamwork
  
  
  • Communication
  
  
  • Integrity
  
  
  • Commitment
  
  
  • Problem-solving
  
  
  • Computer Science
  
  
  • Creativity
  
  
  • Attention to detail
  
  
  • Processing numbers
  
  
  • Visualization
  
  
  • Construction awareness
  
  
  • Willingness to learn
  
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications :

• Experience in pressure management, structural analysis, legal knowledge, architecture/artistic skills, public work regulations, designing, leadership

**All applicants, including alumni, are required to include a resume, cover letter, one letter of recommendation and most recent unofficial/official transcript. Document(s) must be uploaded as attachments at time of application to be considered. **

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County of Riverside has a Veteran's Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 or NGB-22 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. 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 Veteran's Preference. Policy is available here: https://www.rivcocob.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/C-3-Veterans-Preference-Program.pdf

What's Next?
This recruitment is open to all applicants currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or universityor who have recently graduated within the past twelve months.

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 vsandoval@rivco.org

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GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com . A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Temporary employees participate in the 401(a) Temporary and Part-Time Employees' Retirement Plan and are required to contribute 3.75% of salary to the pension plan. The County contributes a matching amount. A list of benefits for employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is available here .

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