City Manager Intern

, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs
Office Hours: 9:00-4:00, Mon-Thurs

About Us:
Marion is a city in Linn County. The population was 26,294 at the 2000 census and 41,535 in 2020, an increase of 58%. The city is located northeast of Cedar Rapids and part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.
A city manager serves as the chief executive of city government and oversees the operation of the municipality, city staff, as well as carries out the council's laws and communicate other decisions regarding the city council and mayor. Those in the position must work well with other elected city officials and have strong management skills. Their role is similar to those of chief executives in business organizations.

Description of Role:
Get the feel of work done at the level of city government through working directly with the City Manager. Assist the City Manager in the preparation, assembly and storage of records. Attend meetings, including City Council, and provide clerical assistance where needed. Work on other projects as time allows.

Minimum Requirements:

* Strong interest in business and/or government
* Strength in working in a team environment
* Excellent written and spoken communication
* Strong attention to detail skills
* Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel
* Must be high school student Junior or Senior in good standing
* Business casual attire required

This description does not list all duties. Intern may be asked to perform other duties by the staff or supervisor. Intern will be evaluated on performance of the projects listed as well as interaction with employees and clients. On-site hours will be negotiated with each candidate.

Safety expectations, including harassment, should be reviewed with the host.

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