The City of Norfolk just began advertising their executive internship program. This is an excellent program and we have had a number of students have valuable experiences with it. I encourage you to apply. The information we received from the city is below.

Best Regards,

Jesse Richman

Good morning,

My name is Ashley Jones, Programs Manager with the City of Norfolk. I’d like to share that the City of Norfolk has a summer internship opportunity through the Executive Internship Program for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a degree-granting program.

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. 

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 January 4, 2023 and interested students should apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/norfolk.  The position is listed as Executive Intern (Municipal Intern II).

We encourage students to apply for the 2023 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. 

Summer 2023 Internship Opportunity

The City of Norfolk Executive Internship Program is a 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 Norfolk Emerging Leader’s Executive Internship Program is a ten-week paid program beginning June – August 2023. Interns are required to commit up to 40 hours per week and be available to work the duration of the internship period.

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

Program Dates: June 5, 2023 – August 11, 2023

Hiring Salary: $15.75

Education/Experience

  • Currently enrolled in a degree-granting program of study at Norfolk State University, Old Dominion 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.
  • Community college students must have completed at least one semester and 12 credit hours towards a degree. You must also have completed at least 6 credit hours in science, mathematics, engineering, technology, or course areas directly related to the program of study or internship at the time of application. 
  • Students graduating before the start of the program (Spring 2023) are eligible to apply.
  • Undergraduate students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
  • Graduate students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. 

Additional Information & Requirements

  • 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. (Required for all participants 18 years of age or older.)

The position is listed as Executive Intern (Municipal Intern II) on the City of Norfolk online job site at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/norfolk

The deadline to apply for the City of Norfolk’s Executive Internship Program is January 4, 2023.

Ashley Jones, CPRP

Programs Manager