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Intern
The City of Richmond - Office of the Mayor
Richmond, VA
Full time$18 / hour
GovernmentInternInternshipEntry-level
Posted 505 day(s) ago


As an intern in Mayor Levar Stoney’s Office, you will collaborate closely with Mayor’s Office staff on policy and administrative projects. The environment is fast-paced, where projects and priorities can shift daily. However, we are open to accommodating longer-term policy/research projects if you have a specific interest. This internship spans 10 weeks, offering flexibility for telework and/or in-person attendance. Start and end dates will be determined in consultation with the applicant.


Qualifications and Skills:

  • Ability to conduct rapid policy and legislative research (local, state, and federal)
  • Analytical skills to evaluate policies and recommend solutions
  • Attendance at City Council meetings and creation of summarized notes
  • Proficiency in policy memo writing
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Time management abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Internship Goals:

  • Gain exposure to and understanding of local government decision-making complexities
  • Provide swift policy and legislative recommendations based on research
  • Enhance skills in policy analysis, memo writing, and communication within a local government framework
  • Work on special policy and administrative projects as directed by the Deputy Chief of Staff and/or Legislative & Policy Management Analyst

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:


The City of Richmond ensures equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on various factors. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, encompassing recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves, compensation, and training.

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