Intern (Administrative)

April 8, 2025
$29 / hour

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Job Description

About Millbrae:

The City of Millbrae is a suburban, residential community located in San Mateo County on the northern San Francisco Peninsula, near San Francisco International Airport. Covering 3.25 square miles, it’s primarily situated between the Bayshore (101) and Junipero Serra (280) Freeways. Approximately 70% of its 8,200 dwelling units are single-family homes. Millbrae maintains a “small town” feel despite its expanding economy, driven by its proximity to the airport and related tourism. A significant downtown revitalization project coincided with the arrival of a new BART station. The city government consists of a five-member City Council, and it operates under a general law structure.

Job Description: Intern (Administrative)

The City of Millbrae is seeking an intern to work in the Administrative Services office, assisting with Human Resources and special projects. This is an open-ended internship with a flexible schedule (up to 1,000 hours per fiscal year) determined by business needs and candidate availability.

Summary: Under close supervision, the intern will perform entry-level administrative tasks and special projects, assisting in coordinating administrative activities and analyzing department systems and procedures.

Essential Functions: These may include (but are not limited to):

• Researching, compiling, tabulating, and analyzing data for administrative and departmental matters.
• Assisting department personnel with administrative, planning, organizational, technical, and professional tasks.
• Providing suggestions or recommendations regarding department-specific projects.
• Preparing and presenting reports; drafting policies and procedures; responding to information requests.
• Performing specific department-related duties and tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proof of enrollment in a college or university OR recent graduate with relevant paid or volunteer experience.
• Major course of study in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Communications, or a related field (education and experience will be evaluated based on the specific position).
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, administrative techniques, statistical practices, modern office methods, and software (including personal computers, spreadsheets, etc.).
• Skills in customer service, clear communication (written and verbal), organization, prioritizing work, independent judgment, data analysis, report preparation, policy evaluation, research, and working effectively with others.
• Ability to follow instructions, present information effectively, prioritize tasks, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license.

Physical Demands and Working Environment: The work is performed in a standard office environment. The position requires frequent standing, reaching, leaning, twisting, grasping, lifting (up to 50 pounds, potentially with assistance), and sitting. The ability to drive to various city sites is necessary.

Benefits: This is a temporary, part-time, non-benefited position. Sick leave is provided according to California Paid Sick Leave Law.