District 2 Office - Community Engagement Internship
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.Pay Range:$16.30 - $30.00 HourlyDepartment:County Commissioner District 2Job Type:InternExemption Status:United States of America (Non-Exempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled If No Date Specified):April 09, 2026The Opportunity:Community Engagement Internship - District 2 OfficeCollege to County Intern, Multnomah County District 2 Commissioner Shannon SingletonPay Rate: $24 per hourJob Type: College InternDuration: June - September 2026Hours: Maximum of 30Telework: HybridLocation: Multnomah Building - 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland ORTriMet Passes are available if transportation to County facilities is required. Eligibility requirements and more details found on our College to County [website]About The District 2 Office:This district serves North and NE Portland along with Maywood Park, spanning from St. John's to the Argay neighborhood. District 2 can be described as the heart of Multnomah County. There are about 203,600 people in District 2 from a diverse set of backgrounds.Commissioner Singleton values community engagement and involvement and is involved with many transportation advisory groups. Her office regularly communicates with constituents across social media platforms about priorities and policies that serve the community equitably and effectively.Position Summary:The District 2 Office seeks a College to County intern to support communications, summer event preparation, and constituent engagement efforts. This role provides hands-on experience in local government operations and community-centered public service.Key Responsibilities:Draft and schedule social media contentAssist with newsletters and digital communicationsPrepare background materials and talking points for community eventsProvide on-site support at select summer eventsTrack and categorize constituent communications (non-confidential)Assist with outreach to community-based organizationsLearning Outcomes:Develop public sector communications skillsGain experience in event preparation and community engagementBuild familiarity with constituent services operationsStrengthen professional writing and organizational skillsOther Responsibilities:Conduct research around policy in collaboration with District 2 staff, subject matter experts, and community membersSupport development of memos and take notes at meetingsEngage in communication with constituents as assignedLearning Outcomes:Learn the functions of local government & the County Commissioner’s officeIncrease knowledge of community issues and solutionsExpand professional network of peers, government officials, and community organizationsEducation & Minimum Qualifications:Candidates should have completed or be enrolled in a college/university academic institution or Trade SchoolDemonstrate a strong understanding and application of diversity, equity, and inclusion principlesExcellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to engage and build relationships with diverse work groupsAbility to both follow directions and work independently with minimal supervisionFlexible, cooperative, and able to adapt and thrive in a changing environment.Working knowledge of Google Workspace (i.e. Gmail, Calendar, Docs and Drive)Preferred Qualifications:Experience applying a racial equity lens to research, projects, and policy analysis and commitment to honor research ethics and standards of confidentialityStrong interpersonal and culturally responsive communication skills, informed by lived experiences and customer service best practicesIn accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.Questions?Recruiter:Yulee Kim-WhetstoneEmail:yulee.kimwhetstone@multco.usPhone:+1 (971) 3490804Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Job Profile:8007 - College Intern