Student Intern - Office

The purpose of this internship is to provide on the job training and exposure to a public utility while supporting departmental projects that enhance service reliability, efficiency, and customer experience. The intern will gain practical skills, contribute to meaningful work, and develop a foundational understanding of how the utility serves the community through accomplishment of the District's mission and goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

: Provide general office support including filing, data entry, copying, scanning, and document organization. Assist in preparing correspondence, forms, and reports. Answer phones, greet visitors or third parties, and direct inquiries to the appropriate staff. Maintain and updated records, databases and spreadsheets with accurate and timely information. Support staff with interoffice and external mail distribution, and maintaining office supplies. Help with organizing department files, both physical and electronic. Assist with special projects and administrative tasks as assigned. Participate in process improvement efforts across departments, including Finance, Human Resources, Records, or others as needed. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive or protected information. Follow all District policies, procedures, and safety standards.

JOB STANDARDS

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Must be able to receive and carry out work instructions. Ability to understand written and/or verbal instructions. Ability to perform repetitive work. High level of cooperation within the work group and with other departments required. Must have math, reading and writing skills as related to job functions. Must become knowledgeable of District record-keeping methods and procedures such as time sheets, etc. Must have the ability to work without close supervision and to make decisions compatible with prior instructions. Must develop a working knowledge of safe work practices, accident prevention procedures, tools and equipment as related to job functions. Must have the ability to remain calm under pressure and to be courteous at all times. Demonstrate a positive attitude, good work ethic, promptness in work arrival and in accomplishing all tasks.

Education, Experience and Training :

Recent high school graduate or equivalent. Enrolled in a trade or post-secondary education program and plan to attend school following the work period. Experience in the operation of District (or similar) vehicles and equipment preferred.

Other Requirements :

Must pass a District physical examination and be able to perform essential job functions. Must wear and utilize personal protective equipment as required. Must be at least 18 years of age. A valid driver's license and safe driving record.

WORKING CONDITIONS

: Indoor work may consist of extended periods of sitting or extended periods of standing on a concrete floor. Work is generally performed in an office setting with extended periods of sitting. The job functions require working with persons who exhibit many types of personalities and behaviors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

: Individual may lift and carry objects weighing as much as 50 pounds; work from ladders. The work requires the ability to operate equipment and vehicles. The work requires the ability to answer questions and communicate with coworkers, customers, and others in person on cellular phones and via email.