Policy & Innovation Intern

Working At Harris County Precinct 4:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring “heart, hustle, and higher standards” to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.

What you will do for Harris County Precinct 4 (HCP4):

Precinct 4 Forward Internship Program (P4FIP), is an 9-week paid summer internship for students with a passion for serving others.

We’ve designed our program to expose students to career opportunities with Harris County and apply what they have learned in the classroom to hands-on projects. P4FIP provides students the chance to bridge the gap between academic understanding and practical professional experience. Students from all schools, and students who identify with a group that is historically underrepresented, including but not limited to Black, Hispanic, Native American, students with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.Interns will create a community to help support their personal and professional development throughout the summer as they launch their career. Interns will work with a mentor, form relationships with other interns, and engage our Senior Leadership Team. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Senior Policy Advisors and work closely with Policy Advisors to develop, support and implement evidence-based policies from ideation to implementation to improve County systems and services.
• Perform extensive analysis into history and alternative policy solutions for a variety of issues to form new policies and to provide recommendations across a range of policy portfolios.
• Participate in internal assessments and in resolution of gaps in policies and procedures to the Policy & Innovation team and leadership. 
• Draft policy memos for Commissioners Court that outline the implications of proposed policy changes for County operations. Brief Commissioner Briones on those topics in advance of Commissioners Court.
• Assist Policy team with the development of the Commissioner’s positions on pressing policy and legislative matters as they arise and work with the Communications Team to create materials that convey positions.
• Provide support on the development of briefing materials and presentations to be presented to a wide range of audiences and stakeholders.
• Research and apply for grant opportunities aligned with the precinct’s policy priorities.
• Support Policy & Innovation in developing public-private partnerships.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

• Ability to perform highly skilled research and policy analysis.
• Ability to work in and facilitate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective time management and prioritization with experience meeting multiple tight deadlines and balancing numerous projects in a fast-paced and changing environment.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

• Knowledge of local, state and federal government operations including legislation, regulatory guidance, budget and policy development  (preferred)

• Resident of Harris County Precinct 4 (preferred)

Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular | Internship

• Harris County employees and interns receive a competitive salary. 

Work Location:

• The position is based out of 1111 Fannin, Houston, TX 77002 

HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Salary : $20,800