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Merced County

Extra-Help Student Intern

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 07/06/2026

Location: Merced, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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What they do

An Eligibility Specialist provides assistance and information for people who apply for a government benefits program or health care program. Answers questions, assists with an application process, and reviews applications and relevant background information to determine eligibility. May assist eligible applicants with enrolling in a program.

$54,990 / year median in California

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Please Note:

Extra-Help employees are not entitled to County benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week.

Desirable Experience:

Experience with maintaining confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations Experience with customer service Experience with deceased bodies

Desirable Education:

Currently attending college studying administration of justice, health or physical science, nursing, or comparable major Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 31000.11 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by answering the supplemental question on this recruitment. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.