Student Intern - Council Relations chez City of Reno, NV

About the Department

Position Duties

Interns will work alongside and support the Council Relations Team in a variety of ways. They will assist with preparation and staffing of City Council and Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB) meetings, which includes meeting logistics, welcoming attendees, supporting public comment, and helping staff ensure smooth facilitation of public participation. Interns will also conduct research on community issues, Council initiatives, and best practices in local government; support public communication and outreach by drafting talking points, proofreading materials, and helping prepare newsletters, fact sheets, and presentations; and assist with community engagement projects such as surveys, special events, and neighborhood programs. 

Additional responsibilities include providing customer service support by helping respond to public inquiries, connecting residents with City resources, and contributing to special projects that promote transparency, enhance public understanding of City services, and advance Council priorities. 

Lastly, since NAB meetings take place in the evenings (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays), interns should expect some evening availability and be able to travel to meeting venues throughout the community.

Minimum Qualifications

We recognize that interns may bring a wide range of educational and professional experiences, and we welcome applicants from both academic and non-academic paths.
• Enrollment in upper-division courses at an accredited university or college is desirable, but not required; applicants with other relevant experience are strongly encouraged to apply
• Effective interpersonal skills and strong writing ability
• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and self-motivation
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong customer service skills, including professional communication and phone etiquette
• Interest in local government and community needs such as planning, financial management, technology systems, or civic engagement
• Bilingual Spanish-English highly preferred
• Possession of a valid driver’s license required

Other Qualifications

The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.