Go ATX Summer Enrichment Internship

Minimum Qualifications
Must be a student at one of the following high schools or active in Go ATX Youth Truancy Prevention Project/Program.

• Austin High School
• GPA /Travis High School
• Eastside Early College High School
• Northeast Early College High School
• LBJ Early College High School
• Del Valle ISD
• Manor ISD

**Must be 15-18 years old
Notes to Applicants
The City of Austin will perform a criminal background investigation of you if your placement requires interactions with vulnerable populations, which include children, the disabled, and the elderly, or the handling of cash or other financial transactions.

The information you provide on this application is the property of the City of Austin and subject to the Texas Public Information Act, which means your information will be released in accordance with the law.
Pay Range
$13.00 per hour
Hours
20/ hours weekly, times will vary and are based on the location.
Job Close Date 05/03/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Internships Location Various Preferred Qualifications

• Applicant has taken at least one CTE course while in high school.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Exposure and experience in everyday work-life.
• Career exploration.
• Develop professional communication skills.
• Develop networking and practical skills.
• Put workplace readiness into practice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum requirements for this role are: Must be a student at one of the following high schools or active in Go ATX Youth Truancy Prevention Project/Program: Austin High School GPA/Travis High School, Eastside Early College High School, Northeast Early College High School, LBJ Early College High School, Del Valle High School or Manor High School. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please list the high school you currently attend.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires that you be enrolled in the Go ATX Youth Truancy Prevention Project. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Please list any volunteer work or school activities you are involved in.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you plan to go to college?

• Yes
• No

* What are your four top career choices?
(Open Ended Question)
* This internship period is from June 3rd to July 19th. Do you have any other commitments that would prohibit your from working this entire period?

• Yes
• No

* Do you currently participate in the free and reduced lunch program at your school?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).

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