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LA
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
VETERAN INTERN, (VARIOUS SPECIALTIES)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Physical or Geoscience Technician works with supervising geoscientists and geophysicists and uses specialized equipment to collect data on the earth's surface and interior. May assist with prospecting for underground sources of oil or gas.
$57,650 / year median in California
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER R826AA-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We welcome applications from everyone!WHEN TO APPLY
We will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will continue until positions are filled and service needs are met. The application window may close without prior notice. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits by clicking HERE! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Why Join Our Team? With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, with over 116,000 employees across more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services, including law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities, and more. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Follow us on Social Media! Essential Job Functions Veterans' Internship Program The Veterans' Internship Program provides paid, on-the-job training opportunities for qualified veterans of the United States Armed Forces. This program is designed to help veterans gain valuable work experience and develop the skills needed to successfully compete for permanent County positions. Depending on the assignment, interns may participate in a structured 12- to 24-month training program in one of the specialty areas listed below.
AVAILABLE CAREER PATHWAYS AND TYPICAL DUTIES
1.Administrative Support Monthly Salary:
$4,229.36 Assist with research, analysis, and interpretation of administrative, budgetary, programmatic, and personnel matters. Compile and analyze data to support administrative operations. Assist in preparing written reports, correspondence, and presentations. 2.Crafts Support Monthly Salary:
$4,229.36 Assist skilled craft workers in installing, maintaining, repairing, and modifying equipment and facilities. Assist with overhaul and repair of gasoline and diesel engines and related mechanical systems.Special License Requirement:
A valid California Class A, B, or C driver's license may be required depending on assignment.Physical Requirement:
Some assignments require moderate to arduous physical activity (Physical Class 3- Moderate or Physical Class 4
- Arduous) and would require a corresponding physical examination.
Heavy Maintenance and Operational Support Monthly Salary:
$4,229.36 Assist in the repair and maintenance of roads, flood control channels, sewers, easements, sidewalks, and other publicly maintained properties. Transport equipment and materials to work sites. Assist with the operation of maintenance and power equipment.Special License Requirement:
A valid California Class A, B, or C driver's license may be required, depending on assignment.Physical Requirement:
Some assignments require moderate to arduous physical activity (Physical Class 3- Moderate or Physical Class 4
- Arduous) and would require a corresponding physical examination.
Information Technology Support Monthly Salary:
$4,345.45 Assist with system analysis, application support, and technical troubleshooting. Install, configure, and maintain computer hardware, software, and network systems. Assist with coding, testing, and debugging applications. Support system users and assist with technical documentation.Physical Requirement:
Some assignments require moderate physical activity (Physical Class 3- Moderate) and would require a corresponding physical examination.
Office and Clerical Support Monthly Salary:
$4,229.36 Provide receptionist and customer service support. File, organize, and maintain records and documents. Respond to routine public inquiries in person and by telephone. Perform general clerical support duties.Physical Requirement:
Some assignments require moderate physical activity (Physical Class 3- Moderate) and would require a corresponding physical examination.
Outreach and Advocacy Monthly Salary:
$4,345.45 Conduct outreach and connect veterans and their families with County and community services by providing information, referrals, and linkage to appropriate programs and resources. Assist veterans in accessing and navigating supportive services, including healthcare, housing, employment, legal assistance, and other programs that promote stability and well-being. For more information on the career path the Veteran Intern offers, please visit the Career Pathfinder website. Requirements No experience required; however, the veteran must have been discharged or released from active duty- in the United States Armed Forces under honorable conditions.
- Released from active duty refers to full-time military service, excluding active duty for training.
License:
A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Some assignments may require a valid California Class A, B, or C Driver's License at the time of appointment . Successful applicants for positions that require driving must provide verification of their driver's license and a copy of their driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. A valid DD214 , Certificate of Discharge or Separation after Service in the United States Armed Forces, is required .Physical Class:
2- Light. This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Some assignments are rated Class (3
- Moderate) or Class (4
- Arduous) and require passing a physical exam. 3
- Moderate . Stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. 4
- Arduous .