What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilities Summer Intern position at City of Athens?
This is an entry-level educational internship position. Utilities Summer Intern assists multiple municipal departments with various duties. Interns gain hands-on experience in daily operations of the city.
This position provides students with valuable hands-on experience and exposure to municipal government operations through immersive, real-world learning.
• Practical experience in municipal permitting, development review, and infrastructure operations
• Exposure to real-world planning, zoning, land use, utilities, and public works processes
• Understanding of local government operations and service delivery
• Professional development through mentorship and hands-on work
• Experience working with municipal staff, residents, contractors, and development stakeholders
This position provides students with valuable hands-on experience and exposure to municipal government operations through immersive, real-world learning.
- Provide customer service to residents, contractors, developers, and utility customers in-person, by phone, and via email
- Perform clerical and administrative duties including filing, data entry, document management, and recordkeeping
- Maintain and update permit records, utility information, and tracking systems
- Assist staff with basic research related to zoning, land use, development regulations, public infrastructure, and utilities operations
- Support inspections, mapping, project tracking, or departmental initiatives as assigned
- Assist with special projects related to planning, permitting, public works, infrastructure, utilities, or community development
- Collaborate with City staff to ensure efficient, accurate, and responsive service delivery
- Assist with the intake, review, and processing of building permits for residential and commercial development
- Support processing of ancillary permits, including fencing, accessory structures, signage, and related applications
- Students interested in public administration, urban planning, engineering, construction management, utilities, geography, environmental science, or a related field preferred
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment
• Practical experience in municipal permitting, development review, and infrastructure operations
• Exposure to real-world planning, zoning, land use, utilities, and public works processes
• Understanding of local government operations and service delivery
• Professional development through mentorship and hands-on work
• Experience working with municipal staff, residents, contractors, and development stakeholders
Salary : $14 - $18