PAID INTERNSHIPS (VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS)

Jump start your career today with an internship with Cabarrus County Government. 

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. 

Through a competitive application process, qualified students in a full range of academic majors, are selected for internships in various County departments. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Apply early! We expect this process to be competitive and would like all slots filled before the fall semester starts.

Cabarrus County Government announces the launch of our newly developed internship program. Interested in local government careers but not sure how to get started.  The Cabarrus County Internship Program is a great way to learn about local government from some of the County's top talent.

Cabarrus County Internship Program offers students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with Cabarrus County Government through internship opportunities.

The purpose of this internship is to provide meaningful professional public administration experience to collegiate students with proven academic performance and a strong desire to learn and contribute. 

Interns at Cabarrus County get career relevant hands-on learning opportunities in the local government sector and a meaningful internship experience that will support their academic, professional and personal development. Interns receive mentorship from some of Cabarrus County’s top leaders.

We provide exciting opportunities in a variety of fields including:

Emergency Management Department

Strategy Department

Procurement Department

Compensation: $15 per hour worked (internships are not eligible for benefits)

With more than 230,000 residents, Cabarrus County is the ninth largest county in North Carolina. With 1200 employees in more than 32 departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, water conservation, health and human services, codes enforcement, cultural activities and many more. The community relies on forward-thinking and innovative leaders to manage the rapid growth and service needs of our vibrant community.
 
Cabarrus County employs dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With a vase variety of different employment options, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers!  

 
Cabarrus is home to Atrium Health Cabarrus and the North Carolina Research Campus. Other industries include biotechnology, healthcare, manufacturing, industrial and business parks, warehousing and distribution, entertainment and hospitality, retail, and aviation.

Cabarrus County is home to "Where America Thrives" 

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks:

Conducting research and preparing materials; preparing documents and files; entering/updating information in various formats and systems

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Gathers and compiles information.
• Prepares and presents reports and data.
• Produces a variety of documents, as maps, policies, procedures, programs, etc.
• Assists in the maintenance of information.
• Updates current information in existing formats and data systems.
• Attends and observes meetings.
• Meets with assigned mentor monthly or as requested.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Emergency Mangement Department Duties:

• Disaster Preparedness Support – Assist in developing emergency response plans, updating hazard assessments, and organizing tabletop/functional exercises for staff and community members.

• Policy & Procedure Review – Assist in reviewing and updating emergency management policies, procedures, and compliance documents to align with current regulations and best practices.

• Logistics & Resource Management – Assist in inventorying emergency supplies, coordinating resource distribution, and ensuring equipment readiness for disaster response.

• Social Media & Crisis Communication – Support the development of emergency communication strategies and develop a long-term social media plan to engage with the community prior to an incident or event.

Strategy Department Duties: 

• Relationship Development: Assist with building and maintaining relationships with County departments to facilitate strategic and operational alignment across various functions.

• Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect, analyze and present data using Excel and PowerBI to generate reports that help leaders make decisions and meet reporting requirements.

• Data-driven Recommendations: Perform basic data analysis to identify trends and provide actionable recommendations that enhance organizational performance.

• Special Project Support: Assist with organizational development, process improvement and change management projects to help drive impactful organizational transformation.

Procurement Department Duties:     

The Procurement internship offers hands-on experience.   

• Vendors: Vendor research, assist vendors with registration
• P- Cards: Assist with p-card reconciliation, filing documents 
• Office Assistance: Review excel spreadsheets to help maintain vendor database, basic Microsoft Office skills required
• Procurement: Learn local government procurement policies and procedures

• Storytelling: with a focus on video production, writing, design and social media. 
• Production/Editing: Assist with filming, editing and producing engaging content that highlights Cabarrus County services, events and initiatives. 
• Creativity and Technical: Requires creativity, some technical skills and the willingness to participate in a true team environment. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the theory, principles and practices in the area of work or assignment; knowledge of research techniques relevant to the area of work; knowledge of data collection methods and techniques; knowledge of the equipment used in the area of work or assignment; proficiency in basic computer skills; ability to research and organize facts and present them in a simple and clearly written form; ability to prepare written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Through a competitive application process, qualified students in a full range of academic majors, are selected for internships in various County departments. 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. It’s in your best interest to apply as early as possible.

Eligibility Requirements

Physical Requirements:

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, and determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Special Requirements:

None unless required specifically by host department

Supplemental and Contact Information:

Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.  

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.  Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 – 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received.  It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants. 

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.

Salary : $15