Administrative Assistant Intern

Administrative Assistant Intern

Overview:

This internship introduces high school students to office administration and the role of administrative assistants in supporting business operations. Interns will observe office staff, assist with clerical tasks, and gain experience in organization, communication, and professional workplace practices.

Key Responsibilities:

· Shadow administrative staff in daily office activities

· Assist with filing, organizing documents, and managing office supplies

· Help prepare reports, presentations, or correspondence as needed

· Answer phones, greet visitors, and learn professional communication standards

· Observe scheduling, calendar management, and workflow coordination

· Support office projects and team collaboration

· Completing assignments, reflection journals, or internship workbook entries as required by the program

Learning Outcomes:

· Understand the role of administrative professionals in a business or organization

· Learn about office organization, communication, and workflow management

· Gain awareness of professional etiquette, confidentiality, and teamwork

· Develop time management, organization, and interpersonal skills

· Explore career and educational pathways in office administration, business, or management

Preferred Skills/Interests:

· Interest in organization, communication, or office operations

· Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions

· Good interpersonal and teamwork skills

· Professionalism, reliability, and willingness to learn

Additional Information:

· Interns will primarily observe and assist with support tasks; they will not make independent administrative decisions

· Compliance with workplace policies, dress code, and confidentiality requirements is expected

· Some placements may require basic computer skills or familiarity with office software

Notice on Internship Opportunities

Please note that internship opportunities will vary by host site and county.

· Not all career areas or placements will be available in every location.

· Host sites may have different requirements, schedules, responsibilities.

· Opportunities depend on local partnerships, availability, and community resources.

Students are encouraged to remain flexible and open to a variety of learning experiences. Each internship is designed to provide valuable workplace skills, career exploration, and professional growth - regardless of the specific placement.

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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