College Intern - Procurement Division

Description

This internship is designed to provide college students with hands-on experience in municipal finance and procurement. Interns will gain exposure to professional research, contract management, project development, and client communications while also supporting daily administrative functions. The position serves as a career-building opportunity, preparing students to enter the government procurement and public administration career market with a strong foundation of skills, knowledge, and mentorship.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

• Must be currently enrolled from a college or university with a major in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Supply Management, or other closely related field.
• Must submit Official transcripts prior to closing date of posting.
• Must have experience in all Microsoft products i.e., Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Suite.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to conduct research and make recommendations.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity

• Schedule: Monday - Thursday up to 27 hours; flexible hours between 7:30am – 06:00pm.

Essential Functions

• Perform clerical tasks such as typing, filing, and computer input.
• Apply research techniques and analytical methods to study administrative systems, organizational structures, policies, and procedures.
• Conducts special studies in conjunction with a project; analyzes data and makes recommendations based upon studies.
• Assist with research and development of new procurement projects and initiatives.
• Participate in contract reviews, vendor analysis, and policy updates.
• Prepare project reports, bid summaries, and related procurement documents.
• Performs related work as required.

Supplemental Information

• All fields must be completed. Putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• For assistance with your online applicant account use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmnentjobs.co. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months of non-usage.

PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Driving history: to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
• Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference.