What are the responsibilities and job description for the CO-OP/INTERN 2 (OFFICE OF PLACE-BASED INITIATIVES) position at City of Cincinnati?
The Co-op/Intern for the City of Cincinnati’s Office of Place-Based Initiatives will support community engagement, neighborhood assessment, and partnership development efforts. This role is ideal for students interested in social work, public administration, social work, urban planning, community development, or related fields. The work will involve direct engagement with residents, surveying neighborhoods, supporting community-driven initiatives, and fostering strategic partnerships to improve quality of life. Candidates should have a passion for community engagement, a human-centered approach, and the ability to work effectively in diverse neighborhoods.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
Any one position within this classification may not include all the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be performed.
- Assist with community outreach efforts, engaging with residents, local businesses, and community leaders.
- Participate in neighborhood surveys and assessments to identify quality-of-life issues.
- Walk and document conditions in homeless encampments, gathering data for service coordination.
- Attend senior citizen meetings to provide information and resources related to city initiatives.
- Support the coordination of the Summer in Cincy events and other public programs.
- Assist in developing long-term strategic partnerships with community organizations and businesses.
- Contribute to the development of integrated and concentrated city service delivery plans.
- Participate in community meetings and serve as a liaison between residents and city departments.
- Document and track community concerns, helping to develop responsive solutions.
- Provide logistical support for community events and outreach programs.
Project Descriptions and Deliverables
A Summer Internship opportunity in the Office of Place Based Initiatives provides a unique opportunity for a student interested in community engagement and neighborhood development. The intern may contribute to various projects and deliverables; examples could include but are not limited to:
Neighborhood Survey & Engagement Initiative
- Conduct door-to-door surveys to assess resident concerns and neighborhood priorities.
- Analyze collected data to identify trends and community needs.
- Present findings to city officials to inform policy and program decisions.
Community Partnership Development
- Assist in fostering relationships between city agencies, businesses, and community organizations.
- Coordinate meetings with stakeholders to discuss collaborative opportunities.
- Develop a resource guide highlighting available city and nonprofit services.
Boots-on-the-Ground Outreach Program
- Participate in field visits to various neighborhoods, homeless encampments, and business districts.
- Document and report on conditions requiring city intervention or service improvements.
- Engage with residents to share information on available city programs and initiatives.
This internship provides hands-on experience in grassroots community engagement, urban policy, and partnership-building, offering valuable exposure to real-world initiatives aimed at improving Cincinnati’s neighborhoods.
In order to qualify for the Intern/Co-op/Extern Program, a student must:
- Be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a non-citizen with proof of eligibility to work in the United States
- Individuals under eighteen will require a work permit
- Be enrolled in an accredited institution
- Submit a City job application for employment
Salary : $27,768 - $32,323
