Intern - Neighborhood Services

Position Summary

The Neighborhood Services Intern position is responsible for assisting the Neighborhood Services Team in community engagement, program evaluation and/or development, and community organizing efforts. The intern may be performing various other tasks assigned from time to time by the Neighborhood Services Manager.

Essential Functions

• Create and implement targeted marketing campaigns for identified focus areas and neighborhoods for current and future community programming.
• Streamline communication efforts through research, template designs, and creation of targeted strategies.
• Assist in the launch of community development infrastructure projects that support strengthening the residents and the history of Lewisville.
• Aid in compliance and reporting for nonprofits receiving funds from the City of Lewisville.
• Support planning and hosting activities for community events and meetings.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education:

•  High School Diploma or GED required. 
• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s academic program pursuing a degree in public administration, social sciences, communications, marketing, non-profit management, or a related field.

Experience:

• Background or study in public administration, social sciences, communications, marketing, non-profit management, or related field.
• Preferred background in volunteerism in the social service or non-profit field.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:

• Basic understanding of municipal government.
• Basic understanding of non-profit structure.
• Basic understanding of federal grants.
• Basic understanding of community organizing. 

Ability to:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for their actions.
• Ability to engage and educate the public at community events.
• Ability to develop, manage, and manipulate complex databases. 
• Ability to organize and direct a project to completion. 
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly.
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to be flexible and desire to work on varying community engagement projects.

Skills:

• Skill in use of personal computer including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, e-mail, and the internet.
• Understanding of current marketing strategies and/or ability to research innovative strategies.
• Motivated self-starter able to work independently.

Other Requirements:

• Must submit to and pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.

Work Hours

20 hours, Monday through Friday.