Community Outreach Intern

This is a part-time, non-exempt, temporary position as a Student Intern with the Mile High Flood District (MHFD).  This rewarding experience provides an opportunity for students interested in community leadership, public engagement, environmental planning, or public-sector service who want meaningful, hands-on experience representing a public agency and working directly with communities. The hours and schedule are flexible (within traditional business hours).  You will work from 20 to 25 hours per week when school is in session and up to 40 hours per week during summer, winter, and spring vacations.  We will accommodate reasonable personal time-off requests.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Interns will take an active role in supporting and advancing MHFD community outreach efforts, including:

1. Developing and leading community outreach efforts, including social media content, brochures, press releases, and participation in community events.
2. Representing MHFD at public meetings, schools, and outreach events, helping connect community members with flood mitigation and environmental projects.
3. Collaborating with MHFD staff, local governments, consultants, and community partners to plan and execute outreach initiatives.
4. Building and maintaining relationships with community organizations, schools, and other local partners.
5. Supporting data collection, community feedback efforts, and other GLO-related initiatives as needed.

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. Undergraduate student in Communications, Public Relations, Urban Planning or related fields. Interests in community engagement, environmental studies, and public service is desirable.
2. Full-time student with graduation at least 18 months away (18-month minimum commitment 
   to this internship)
3. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities and professional teams
4. Must own or have access to automobile with valid Colorado driver’s license and valid automobile insurance
5. Satisfactory completion of background investigation (including motor vehicle and criminal investigation)

Availability and Compensation: 

1. Immediate Opening 
2. Starting compensation rate: $20.00/hour
3. Application Closing Date: Until filled

Internship Benefits:

1. Paid holidays and Health & Wellness (aka sick) hours
2. Mileage reimbursement
3. Cell phone stipend
4. RTD Bus Pass

Contact: 

Send cover letter, résumé and academic transcript (non-official is OK) to Amelia Deleon, Human Resources Director, adeleon@mhfd.org

MHFD is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.