Internship: IT Project Management (Summer 2020)
The Hennepin County Information Technology (IT) Department is seeking an Intern currently enrolled in post-secondary or graduate school to participate in an internship in IT Project Management.
About this internship:
This position is a limited duration, temporary, non-benefit earning internship.
Location and hours:
This intern will approximately 20 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. from May through August 2020 with the possibility of extending the internship on a case-by-case basis.
These opportunities are located at the Government Center 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis 55487.
In this internship, you will:
- Participate in the following activities:
- Assist in coordination of project team and direct problem analysis and resolution.
- Execute project plans and revise as appropriate to meet approved change requests.
- Assist in managing day-to-day operational aspects of assigned projects, monitor and report on project progress, and provide appropriate status reports to stakeholders.
- Development and implementation of improved project management processes, guidelines and metrics.
Need to have:
- Current enrollment in an associate, bachelors or master's degree program in project management, information technology, information systems, business administration, or related area.
Nice to have:
- Project Management and Information Technology knowledge/experience.
About the department:
The Hennepin County IT Department delivers innovative, effective, and timely business-driven information technology solutions in a secure, reliable, accessible, and fiscally responsible manner.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
This position is internally classified as an Intern II.
Click here to view the job classification specification.
Note: You must attach a resume and cover letter with your application materials in order to be considered for this position.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates will be required to pass a background check post interview.
Hennepin County values employee retention and engagement through a culture of individual development. If you are a current employee looking for an internship you are responsible for communicating and seeking approval from your supervisor/manager on an arrangement on schedule and workload prior to accepting the paid internship position. The compensation for the internship will be paid at the amount advertised in this posting.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jessica Damm
jessica.damm@hennepin.us