Special Assistant Intern (OPI)

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITIONCITY OF BALTIMORE, OFFICE OF PERFORMANCE AND INNOVATIONSpecial Assistant Intern (to Chief Data Officer)Salary Range: $20.00 - $35.00 (Hourly)Temporary Position - No BenefitsThe Special Assistant Intern will directly support the Chief Data Officer and the data analytics team within the Mayor's Office of Performance and Innovation (OPI). This role provides hands-on experience in how a City executive office operates, including exposure to data-driven decision-making, meeting coordination, and internal operations. The intern will assist with scheduling, meeting preparation, communications, and special projects that help the Chief Data Officer and team stay organized, prepared, and effective.JOB SUMMARYAssist with scheduling meetings and maintaining calendar coordination.Help prepare meeting materials, including agendas, briefing notes, and supporting documents.Take notes during meetings and help track action items and follow-ups.Support organization of files, documents, and shared resources (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive).Assist with preparing slides, summaries, or one-pagers for internal or external meetings.Help coordinate logistics for meetings and events (virtual links, rooms, materials).Conduct light research or background preparation for meetings and projects.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESStrong organizational skills and attention to detail.Interest in government, data, or public service.Ability to manage multiple small tasks and follow through reliably.Clear written and verbal communication skills.Ability to handle information with professionalism and discretion.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.Willingness to learn and take initiative.The City of Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity Employer