The City of Norfolk Executive Internship Program is a paid ten-week program that provides work-based learning opportunities for qualified undergraduate and graduate students with a desire to work in public service at the local level. The competitive internship program is designed to offer students the opportunity to gain practical work experience, develop a professional network, and apply the knowledge gained in the classroom. Interns are placed in a department that best fits their field of study and career interest. The program allows students to make important contributions to the City through meaningful hands-on work assignments and projects. Interns are afforded professional development and networking opportunities through a variety of events and workshops that allow students to connect with various corporate interns and summer associates working in Norfolk. Interns gain insight into the functions, operations and public policies of municipal government that will better prepare them for a rewarding future career in local government. 

The City of Norfolk is seeking the best and brightest students from our local colleges and universities.  Internship positions are available in various departments throughout the city for students from a wide variety of academic majors.  Internship opportunities are available in the following departments: Neighborhood Development, General Services, Public Works, Communications, Finance, Housing & Community Development, Office of Resilience, Planning, Parks & Recreation, Utilities, Slover Library, Norfolk Public Library, Community Service Board, Human Resources, Information Technology, and the Norfolk Police Department.

We have posted this internship opportunity using Handshake.  I’ve attached the Executive Internship flyer and have provided additional information on the qualifications below.  The application deadline is November 25, 2021 and interested students should apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/norfolk.  The position is listed as Executive Intern. 

We encourage students to apply for the 2022 NEL Executive Internship Program and ask that you please share this internship opportunity with students.  If you have any questions please feel free to contact me for additional information at Ashley.Jones@norfolk.gov or 757-823-4227. 

Internship Opportunity

Executive Internship

This is a full-time position; 8:30AM – 5:00PM, Monday through Friday; hours may vary by department.

Program Dates: June 6, 2022 – August 12, 2022

Hiring Salary: $14.00

Education/Experience

  • Must currently be enrolled in a degree-granting program of study at Old Dominion University, Norfolk State University, Virginia Wesleyan University or Tidewater Community College and be in good academic standing.
  • Applicants must be a junior, senior, or graduate-level student at the time of application.
  • Must have a junior or senior standing (completed 60 credit hours) at the time of application.
  • Community college students must have completed their first year (two semesters) at the time application.
  • Community college students must have completed at least 30 credit hours at the time of application.
  • Students graduating before the start of the program (Spring 2022) are eligible to apply. 
  • Undergraduate students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale and be in good academic standing as determined by the college or university. 
  • Graduate students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale and be in good academic standing as determined by the college or university. 

Additional Information & Requirements

Vaccination Requirement: The City of Norfolk values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors.  In support of these values, if you are selected for a position, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs.  If you are selected to join Team Norfolk, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination or be granted a medical or religious exemption.

  • US citizenship or legally authorized to work in the U.S. 
  • A desire to work in public service at the local level.
  • Be able to work 40 hours per week and available to work the duration of the internship period.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS

  • Attach a letter of recommendation from an academic professor. 
  • Attach a current resume 
  • Attach most recent transcripts 
  • Complete a background check and drug screen. (Required for all participants 18 years of age or older.)