The City offers a unique and exciting opportunity for those selected students to be introduced to the functions of City government. The Salt Lake City Mayor’s Office Internship Program gives interns an insider’s view of local government, as well as stimulates future interest in a possible career in the public sector.

The goal of the program is to enlighten students to the many aspects of the Administration through public policy and management. Interns will have a defined schedule and participate in unique professional development through hands-on activities and experiences. Each intern will be hired by an intern coordinator and work under a staff supervisor to which he/she is assigned.

Interns serve as a vital piece in the overall effort to articulate the Mayor’s vision for Salt Lake City. Upon hiring, interns will list learning objectives to be achieved during the internship. Individual job assignments will be made to allow the intern’s educational and professional interests. Interns are positioned with a member of the Mayor’s staff and become involved in a variety of project developments. Interns may be involved in policy research, program design, implementation and evaluation. They may develop public presentations and materials, perform general administration duties and other duties as assigned. Interns may assist in problem solving and apply their knowledge and skills to meet particular challenges the Administration faces through assisting constituents and community building.