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Summer Internship in the Office of Government Relations
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Position Number: 5978871
Location: San Jose, CA
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Summer Internship in the Office of Government Relations

Valley Water

Salary: $26.31 Hourly

Job Type: Internship/Temporary Worker

Job Number: 00237-SI

Location: CA, CA

Department: External Affairs Summer Internship Program

Closing: 2/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY!

Summer Internship in the Office of Government Relations

Location: Valley Water Headquarters (5750 Almaden Expy. San Jose, CA)

1 Internship Available!

OVERVIEW

Do you want to make a difference in your community while also gaining priceless career experience? Do you want to expand your network and build your resume while learning about the water industry? If so, a summer internship with Valley Water may be the best choice for you! Come apply your talents to help secure safe and clean water for a healthy environment.

Our Commitment:

Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to Valley Water. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:

Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San Jose, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

About Next Gen Career Pathway's Summer Internships:

Our popular internship program provides excellent opportunities to explore your chosen career path, develop industry specific skills and knowledge, and increase your professional network! As part of the Valley Water community, you get an insider's perspective on the way we work and the impact we are able to make. The Summer 2025 Internship Program will provide interns with training and experience leveraging collaboration tools while either working on-site or hybrid. Summer Interns will be given one-on-one mentorship, professional development training and an hourly pay of $26.31. At the end of the program interns are to prepare and present a Capstone presentation to share their experience and achievements.

About The Office of Government Relations:
Valley Water's Office of Government Relations serves as the internal and external connection for legislation and policy, development of strategic support and opposition, and supplemental funding opportunities for Valley Water. It also manages community events and the Community Partner Sponsorship Program.

INTERNSHIP LOCATION STATUS: This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite. For hybrid work, intern must perform their work in the state of California within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in (San Jose, California) by their start date.

Required License or Certificate

WE LOOK FOR INTERNS WHO ARE:

Students pursuing a major in Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, Communications, Environmental Studies, or Law.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Detail oriented, organized, quick learner, excellent writing and oral skills are a MUST.
Comfortable engaging new people in any environment.
Comfortable with working in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
Familiarity with Constant Contact, Nextdoor, Survey Monkey are desirable.

AS AN INTERN YOU WILL:

Participate in biweekly learning sessions held every other Friday alongside fellow interns, focusing on elevating career readiness and cultivating professional development skills.
Track and analyze legislation and work closely with local government and federal affairs staff.
Prepare speaking points, speeches, presentations, and other communications for Board members and staff.
Attend internal and external meetings and prepare white papers and summaries to brief staff.
Under mentor supervision, receive and respond to inquiries from external partners and Santa Clara County residents.
Assist in coordinating tours of Valley Water facilities for elected and appointed officials and stakeholders.
Assist in coordinating Valley Water's participation in community events and festivals.
Advocate and help secure support for Valley Water projects from elected officials and advocacy stakeholders.
Interact with Valley Water Board members and staff, external elected officials, diverse advocacy stakeholders, and community groups.
Support other Government Relations programs and projects as needed.

Selection Process

ELIGIBILITY:

The Summer Internship Program is open to undergraduate & graduate students who are third year and above enrolled in a college/university for Fall 2025.

Pass a pre-employment screening process, including a background check.
Proof of enrollment will be required prior to start of assignment.
Can work full-time (40 hours/week) during the Summer Internship Program

May 27 - August 15, 2025 (Semester Students)
June 16 - September 5, 2025 (Quarter Students)

APPLICATION PROCESS:

We will be accepting applications from February 3rd through February 17, 2025. You will need to provide the following with the online application:

Fully completed online Employment Application with all required questions answered. We are very interested in learning about your previous work experience, school projects, volunteer events and/or extracurricular activities.
Complete the supplemental questions in the job application with detail and honesty. These questions will help us get to know you better. Please tailor your answer to the specific internship you are applying for. Do not indicate "see resume" as a response to any of the questions.
Resumes and cover letters are optional but are helpful and appreciated by the Managers reviewing the applications.
Interns who have participated in the Valley Water's Summer Internship Program in past years are not eligible to apply.

To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/scvwd/jobs/4817861/summer-internship-in-the-office-of-government-relations