2026 Summer College Internship Program – [Public Defender]

Company: City of Atlanta
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Description Office of the Public Defender Intern Posting Expires: April 14, 2026 Salary: $16/hour General Description and Classification Standards: Performs various and diverse administrative and/or project duties depending on specific department and job assignment. This position assists with office functions such as planning, information gathering, and community engagement. This title is typically assigned to someone attending college who is interning to gain more experience and knowledge of a specific function in municipal government. Supervision Received: Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Performs various and diverse administrative and/or project duties depending on specific department and job assignment. This title is typically assigned to someone attending college who is interning to gain more experience and knowledge of a specific function in municipal government. Engages in on-the-job training on operational policies and work procedures to attain the necessary talents which allow the incumbent to contribute to the work being produced by the organizational unit to which assigned. Collects information/data. Compiles and prepares reports. May prepare presentations for staff members. Attends project team meetings. May do filing, answer phone and other clerical duties in addition to administrative/project assignments. Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Assist with community events and initiatives to promote economic diplomacy. Conduct research on economic strategies for global regions and sister cities trade missions. Draft talking points and support the empowerment of Atlanta-based small businesses to engage with international markets. Attend meetings to facilitate international collaboration and mission briefs. Support the elevation of the micro-business and startup ecosystem. Assist in elevating Atlanta's brand and experience to retain and attract foreign-born talent. Conduct dead zone mapping for the City of Atlanta to attract talent to the city. Volunteer and assist with planning, tabling, and set-up at community resource events and international trade events, including seasonal events. May perform other duties as assigned. The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of specific professional function in which assigned ( e.g. IT, Human Resources, Accounting etc.). Good Microsoft Office skills. Good planning, organizational and presentation skills. Good verbal and written skills. Ability to quickly assimilate new information into a work process to achieve the desired objective outcome. Ability to independently collect information needed and transpose it into finished product. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications : Education and Experience – Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline for the department in which person is an intern (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis) . This job requires mandatory in office work only. Licensures and Certifications - None . Preferred Requirements - Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline for the department in which person is an intern (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). Work Environment : Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. Lifting Requirements : Light work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department. The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

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