As-Needed Student Intern II (Misson College Students Only)

Description

The City of Santa Clara and Mission College are partnering for a Student Internship Program for Summer 2026. The City is looking for Student Intern II's to perform work in various departments Citywide. As part of this program, Student Intern II's are required to be currently enrolled in Mission College (proof of enrollment will be required). The 2026 Summer Internship Program will run from June 2026 - August 2026.

A list of current openings are provided below.
Community Development Department:

Housing & Community Services:

Learn about the field of affordable housing and community development, assist with research on a variety of topics including shared housing, farmworker housing needs, and homelessness. This internship may also include tasks related to outreach and administrative tasks related to federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs.

Building Code Intern:

Assist in writing policies and procedures manual and learning more about City building code and procedures and processes.
To learn more about the Community Development Department, visit us at our webpage: Community Development | City of Santa Clara .

Department of Public Works:

The City of Santa Clara Department of Public Works/Traffic Engineering Division is currently seeking one (1) engineering intern. This position is a great opportunity for students who are seeking experience in the field of Civil/Traffic Engineering. The position will provide the student with diverse job responsibilities including a variety of tasks and projects. The hours are part-time, within the hours of 8 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
Typical Duties:

• Assist in review of plans and files for compliance with City rules and regulations, and City's engineering standards

• Interact and assist the public related to Traffic Engineering services

• Conduct field measurements, data collection, and traffic engineering studies

• Assist with engineering design and update record drawings

• Provide administrative support for engineering projects
To learn more about the Department of Public Works, visit us at our webpage: Public Works | City of Santa Clara .

Finance Department:

This position is on the Municipal Services Division Team and will support the Customer Service and Utility Billing teams.

Example duties may include:

• Receive and review utility applications, business tax certificates, and related documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Assist with processing utility billing inquiries and customer service requests
• Support preparation of correspondence and reports related to business tax and utility billing activities
• Run basic queries from departmental computer applications to support staff research and reporting
• Maintain and update customer records within the utility billing system
• Assist staff with monthly billing audit preparation
• Contact customers by phone or email to obtain or confirm account information when needed
• Help process customer service requests and service orders within the utility billing system
• Assist staff with account adjustments and related administrative support tasks

To learn more about the Finance Department, visit us at our webpage: Finance | City of Santa Clara .

Human Resources Department:
The Human Resources Department is recruiting for up to two (2) interns to work in the Recruitment/Selection, Classification/Compensation, and Training Division. The Human Resources Department is seeking a highly motivated individual who will support client departments with conducting recruitments across the City. Recruitments range from working on classified and As-needed positions. This position requires initiative, research skills, and strong customer service skills. This position will require the incumbent to be familiar with and follow set recruitment procedures and City processes and have the ability to relay this information to client Departments and candidates. The selected individual may support components of the City's training program, may be required to conduct classification/compensation surveys for various classifications, data analytics, assist with reclassification studies, and will assist with various special projects as assigned. Qualified candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, exceptional organizational skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

To learn more about the Human Resources Department, visit us at our webpage: Human Resources | City of Santa Clara .

Library Department:

Internship opportunity available in Youth Services, Bookmobile, Adult Services, and Northside Branch.
Youth Services - Library Youth Advocate Intern:
Join our team and gain hands-on experience supporting youth programming in a dynamic library setting! This internship is perfect for individuals passionate about literacy, community engagement, and working with children and teens. This is a great opportunity to build leadership skills, gain volunteer or work experience, and make a positive impact in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with youth programs in the library for kids and teens.
• Represent the library at outreach events in schools, parks and City events.
• Help kids and parents find books and navigate library resources.
• Lead teen craft stations for Summer Teen programs.
• Support library upkeep with light tidying and shelving books.

Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm for working with youth and promoting library services.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, friendly, and eager to learn.

Bookmobile - Library Bookmobile Intern
Bookmobile intern will gain hands-on experience supporting library outreach programming and learn about Santa Clara communities. This internship is a great opportunity to build volunteer or work experience and make a positive impact in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Assist bookmobile staff in providing basic library customer service
• Represent the library at outreach events in schools, parks and City events
• Help community members find books in bookmobile and promote library resources
• Support library upkeep with light tidying and shelving books
• May assist in creating social media marketing for library programs or services

Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm for working with and promoting library services
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable, friendly, and eager to learn
• Detail-oriented and organized, with a willingness to learn library systems

Adult Services - Library Intern
The Library Intern will assist with the daily operations of the Adult Services unit, support library programs, and help with collection management tasks. This internship provides hands-on experience in a public library setting, allowing interns to develop customer service skills, develop organizational and problem-solving skills, learn about library resources, gain insight into library operations, and work in a community-centered environment that fosters learning and engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Assist library staff with program support, such as ESL Conversation Club, RetroTech, and arts and crafts-based programs for adults.
• Maintain library spaces and ensuring materials are in their correct locations.
• Help set up and take down materials and equipment for library programs and events.
• Engage with library patrons during events to encourage participation and provide support as needed.
• Shelve, organize, shift, and pull library materials.
• Assist with Local History projects such moving materials into archival-quality containers for long-term preservation.
• May assist in creating social media marketing for library programs or services

Qualifications:

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, friendly, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with library staff and patrons.

Northside Branch - Library Intern
The Library Intern will assist with the daily operations of the library, support library programs, and help with collection management tasks. This internship provides hands-on experience in a public library setting, allowing interns to develop customer service skills, develop organizational and problem-solving skills, learn about library resources, gain insight into library operations, and work in a community-centered environment that fosters learning and engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Assist library staff with circulation duties, such as checking materials in and out, shelving books, and organizing materials.
• Provide customer service by answering basic patron inquiries, directing patrons to appropriate resources, and assisting with computer usage.
• Maintain library spaces by tidying up reading areas and ensuring materials are in their correct locations.
• Set up and take down materials and equipment for library programs and events.
• Assist with program facilitation, such as storytimes, book clubs, and educational workshops.
• Engage with library patrons during events to encourage participation and provide support as needed.
• Shelve and organize books and other library materials according to the library’s classification system.
• Assist with inventory, weeding, and shifting materials to optimize space and accessibility.
• Prepare and label new books and materials for circulation.

Qualifications:

• Interest in libraries, education, or community engagement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with library staff and patrons.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with a willingness to learn library systems.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with library software is a plus.

To learn more about the Library Department, visit us at our webpage: Santa Clara Public Library | Home library .

Parks and Recreation Department:

Parks & Recreation requests two Student Intern II’s to support the Department with website design and redesign, website content development, website/marketing image development.

The positions would be trained in the City’s CMS system and get direction from the Deputy Director, Recreation Manager, Recreation Supervisors, and Communication Coordinator to edit the Department website for ADA compliance, ease of use, and current Department needs. Their roles would be responsible for implementing design, the overall layout and aesthetic for the Department webpages. Their duties would include coding webpages, meeting with content collaborators to review website templates or refine their designs and running tests to preview layouts and website features.

The ideal candidate should have experience with web design, graphic organization, or marketing and communications, and/or development of public information. They would be detail-oriented, yet creative.
To learn more about the Parks and Recreation Department, visit us at our webpage: Parks & Recreation Department | City of Santa Clara .

Silicon Valley Power/Electric Department:

Systems Support Group

• Help with the imaging and deployment of desktops, laptops, and mobile devices (Windows, iOS, etc.).
• Provide level 1 technical support for end-user devices, software, and peripherals.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to computers, printers, and other office devices.
• Assist in managing software updates, patches, and system backups.
• Provide remote and on-site support to employees for IT-related issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of support requests, resolutions, and system configurations.
• Work on special projects to help improve the System Support Group Operations
• Collaborate with the IT team to perform regular hardware and software inventory checks.
• Monitor the performance and security of desktops, and suggest improvements as needed.
• Learn and apply best practices for IT security and troubleshooting.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a certificate, or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of desktop and mobile device operating systems (Windows, IoS) and familiarity with common office software (Microsoft Office, Adobe).
• Strong troubleshooting skills with an ability to work with both hardware and software issues.
• Knowledge of networking basics (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs) is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently when required.
• Enthusiasm and drivee to learn and improve technical knowledge.
• Prior internship or experience in IT support is a plus but not required.

What You Will Gain:

• Hands-on experience working with a variety of IT systems and tools.
• Exposure to IT infrastructure, desktop management, and troubleshooting processes.
• Opportunities to develop skills in customer service and technical support.
• Mentorship from experienced IT professionals.

To learn more about Silicon Valley Power/ Electric Department, visit us at our webpage: Silicon Valley Power | Home .

Water and Sewer Utilities Department:

Engineering Division
Under general supervision, the intern performs a variety of routine tasks as assigned by the Water and Sewer Utilities Department. Tasks may include, but is not limited to, the following: respond to utility map requests, assist with permitting review of water, recycled water, and sewer projects, assist with water sampling, and perform other general tasks, both in the office and in the field, as required.

Compliance Division

To learn more about the Water and Sewer Utilities Department, visit us at our webpage: Water & Sewer Utilities | City of Santa Clara .

**Please be sure to stop by Mission College - Career and Transfer Center on Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 11am-2pm for an in-person Career Fair and on the spot interviews to meet with hiring managers. Event is open to Mission College students ONLY**
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

As an as-needed employee, this is an "at-will" position and there is no guarantee of hours. Hours are limited to 999 in a fiscal year or 960 hours in a fiscal year for retired CalPERS annuitants.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESDIES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.

The hourly rate for this position is $21.69 . Incumbents will be hired near the bottom of the range.

Typical Duties

To view the complete list of duties, view the class specifications: Student Intern II

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

- Student Intern II: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university in an undergraduate program at Mission College. Please attach proof of enrollment to your application.

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee admittance to interview. Only the most qualified candidates who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will be invited to interview.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

Additional Information:
You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”) To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Resume, 2) Upload your verification of course/program enrollment or proof of Summer/Fall enrollment.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This position is continuous or open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov .

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