Office of Mayor Christopher Cabaldon
Regional Policy Internship: This intern provides research, analysis and project casework in support of the Mayor's service on a variety of regional boards and commission, and statewide organizations concerned with regional policy. The intern reviews policy and project proposals, attends meetings, researches issues and cases, assists constituents and organizations, and advises the Mayor on regional issues, including transportation, air quality, housing, open space, environmental justice, economic development, public finance, and land use. Travel to meetings in Sacramento region is required, but not provided by the City. Coursework and/or experience in politics, government, and public policy is required. Familiarity with law, public administration, psychology, and/or economics is helpful. (12 -18 hours per week)
Mayor's Education Liaison: Provides research, analysis and project casework in support of the Mayor's educational excellence and opportunity initiatives. The liaison is responsible for communication and monitoring with the Washington Unified School District, Los Rios Community College District, UC Davis, CSU Sacramento, and other education and workforce development agencies. The intern reviews policy and project proposals, attends meetings, researches issues and cases, assists constituents and organizations, and advises the Mayor on education issues, including follow-up work from the Mayor's Blue-Ribbon Commission on School Excellence, construction of a new community college center, development of a new high school, and implementation of new after school and preschool initiatives. Basic coursework or experience in education policy is required. Familiarity with politics, government, law, public administration, psychology and/or economics is helpful. (12- 15 hours per week)
Environmental Policy Intern: Provides research, analysis, and project casework in support of the Mayor's service on the Regional Water Quality Control Board, The Delta Protection Commission, and the Cal-Fed Drinking Water Subcommittee. The intern reviews policy and project proposals, attends meetings, researches issues and cases, assists constituents and organizations, and advises the Mayor on environmental issues, with particular focus on water supply and quality, recreation, habitat, and land conservation. The intern will also assist with the convening of city environmental workshop. Familiarity with environmental policy, law, politics, and /or resources economics is desirable. No specific scientific background is required, although some competency in biology, ecology, and/or chemistry is helpful. This is not an advocacy position. The intern must have the ability to understand and communicate a broad range of view and interests. Travel to meetings in Sacramento region is required, but not provided by the City. (15 - 24 hours per week)
Qualifications for above internships: Open to upper division and graduate students in all academic disciplines. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.
Mayor's Asian American Community Liaison: Responsibilities include convening a statewide Asian/ Pacific Islander Caucus of Mayors, city council members, and other municipal officials , in cooperation with the League of California Cities; organizing a Town Hall to strengthen civic engagement and participation by the city's growing Southeast Asian community; and organizing a regional Filipino American Civic Leadership Institute to increase participation in politics and government at the city, school, and county level. In addition the Liaison provides support for the Mayor's work as member of the Capital Unity Council, which works to end hate crimes and bias. The Liaison may also conduct research, analysis, and project casework on regional social equity policies and issues. Open to all undergraduate majors and master's degree students. Strong oral and communication ability is required. Excellent organizational skills, and an understanding and appreciation of diverse cultural groups and experiences are essential. (12 - 18 hours per week)
Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter describing
relevant skills and interest to christopher.cabaldon@ci.west-sacramento.ca.us
or to:
The Honorable Christopher Cabaldon
Mayor of West Sacramento
City Hall
1110 West Capitol Avenue
West Sacramento, CA 95691
The city of Phoenix is offering a one year internship program beginning
in June 2003. The salary range is from about $31K to about $41k, plus
benefits. Interns must have completed master's level course work, but
do not have to have finished a thesis. For the application form and
other information go to www.phoenix.gov/INTERN
or call (602) 262-6278.
Kansas
City, Missouri
Kansas City is offering a one year city management internship program.
Interns work out of the City Manager's Office and rotate through a couple
other offices. Compensation starts at $29K, plus benefits. Interns must
have completed master's level course work, but do not have to have finished
a thesis. For application requirements and other information go to www.kcmo.org/manager/internship.htm
or call (816) 513-1408.
The California
Budget Project
The California Budget Project has a intern position available.
Go to this
link for more information.
The California Budget Project (CBP) engages in independent fiscal and policy analysis and public education with the goal of improving public policies affecting the economic and social well-being of low and middle income Californians. Foundation grants and individual donations and subscriptions provide general operating support for the California Budget Project.
Go to the Center for California Studies Fellowships and Internships page for information about some great programs.
Go to the CSUS Foundation web site for a listing of Employment Opportunities on and off campus.
Go to the Cooperative Education Program website for information about unique student opportunities.
