Summer Intern

Welcome to the career page for the City of Fulshear! We are a dynamic and growing city located in Fort Bend County, Texas, just west of Houston. Our city is committed to providing exceptional services to our residents and maintaining a high quality of life. We are seeking dedicated individuals who share our passion for serving the community and making a positive impact. As an employee of the City of Fulshear, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaboraive environment, and to contribute to the overall success of the city.

General Summary

The City of Fulshear Internship Program provides students and recent graduates with a dynamic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in local government operations. Designed to provide hands-on insight into municipal operations, this program offers internship opportunities across key City departments—including Communications, Economic Development, Finance, Human Resources, Police, Public Works, and Utilities. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, interns will assist with special projects and administrative tasks, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of city operations. This paid internship runs from June 1, 2026 to Aug 7, 2026, providing a valuable opportunity to engage in public service, develop professional skills, and gain real-world experience in a government setting.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIALDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive list of all functions and duties performed by summer interns. Interns may be assigned duties beyond those listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

General Responsibilities Across All Departments

• Assist with department-specific projects, research, and administrative tasks.
• Perform office duties, such as answering phones, responding to emails, data entry, and filing.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as needed.
• Maintain department records, databases, and document management systems.
• Organize and coordinate meetings, schedules, and departmental events.
• Collaborate with other City departments, outside agencies, and the public.
• Support public relations efforts by preparing materials, brochures, and handouts.
• Provide customer service by responding to inquiries from the public and City staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while handling sensitive information.
  
  

Department-Specific Responsibilities

Communications

• Develop and launch the foundation of a City blog using WordPress aligned with the strategic communications plan
• Create and curate content highlighting departmental initiatives, projects, and community impact
• Collaborate with departments to gather stories, interviews, and key information for publication
• Establish sustainable content workflows and structures for ongoing use after the internship
• Support storytelling efforts by enhancing the quality and consistency of written and visual content
  
  

Economic Development Corporation

• Capture high-quality photos and video of local businesses to build a marketing B-roll library
• Assist with content creation for social media, website updates, and promotional campaigns
• Support business outreach by engaging with stakeholders and gathering community insights
• Organize digital media assets and assist with development of marketing materials
  
  

Finance

• Play an active role in the procurement process, partnering with the Procurement Manager to support day-to-day operations while contributing to a process improvement initiative that enhances efficiency and transparency
• Assist with departmental budget development and monitoring, including data entry, coordination of budget meetings, and preparation of materials for leadership and Council review
• Contribute to a high-impact tax compliance project, focused on 1099 vendor management requirements, helping strengthen internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance
  
  

Human Resources

• Shadow core HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, risk management, and employee relations
• Support Benefits & Wellness and Culture & Engagement initiatives
• Assist with development of the SPARK Leadership Program
• Contribute to training development, including FMLA resources for supervisors
• Update and maintain HR-related content on the City website, including safety and risk information
  
  

Police Department

• Support community engagement and crime prevention initiatives to strengthen public relationships
• Assist with administrative functions, records management, and basic reporting
• Help coordinate community events, outreach programs, and public safety initiatives
• Participate in ride-alongs and departmental briefings to gain operational exposure
  
  

Public Works

• Assist with right-of-way (ROW) acquisition and project coordination for roadway initiatives
• Support field inspections of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects to monitor progress and compliance
• Assist with AutoCAD drafting to support small internal projects
• Contribute to website updates to improve public communication and transparency
• Assist with SharePoint migration and digital document organization
• Provide general administrative and project support to the Public Works team
  
  

Utilities

• Assist with inspection, marking, and exercising of valves to support system maintenance and reliability
• Monitor and record water quality data to support reporting and water loss tracking
• Support operational efficiency efforts by analyzing plant and lift station run times
• Gain hands-on experience in water and wastewater operations, supporting conservation and environmental initiatives
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and environmental conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing duties of this job, the intern must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. The intern is occasionally required to stand; reach; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The intern must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. This position requires constant operation and use of computer, phone, and other office equipment. May be subject to repetitive motion, such as typing, data entry, and vision to monitor.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Work requires enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree program; or have recently completed a degree within the last six months. Candidates should have an interest in government service and demonstrate the following:

Knowledge

• Understanding of municipal operations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and effective communication.
• Proficiency in English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation to draft clear and professional documents.
• Familiarity with modern office equipment such as computers, printers, telephones, and office software to efficiently complete administrative tasks.
• Knowledge of budgeting, financial reconciliation, and asset management for finance and public works responsibilities.
• Understanding of social media engagement, legislative priorities, and interagency collaboration for administrative and HR functions.
  
  

Skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask effectively, and meet deadlines while managing workload efficiently.
• Strong ability to ensure accuracy in documentation, reports, and correspondence, reducing errors and improving efficiency.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly, interpret
• Ability to work under constant interruptions, assess situations, and determine appropriate responses while maintaining focus.
• Capacity to conduct research, analyze data, and compile reports to support department initiatives.
  
  

Abilities

• Demonstrated judgment, confidentiality, dependability, flexibility, cooperation, integrity, and strong ethical standards in all work responsibilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with city staff, leadership, and external partners.
• Capability to perform all physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
  
  

License, Certifications, And Other Requirements

• Valid State of Texas Driver License
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background, and MVR check
• If placed with the Police Department you will be required to pass the CJIS clearance check.
  
  

Special Requirements

The ideal candidate is personable, patient, and professional, listening and responding to departmental needs. You have a diligent work ethic and follow through with your tasks. At the end of the Summer, you will present to Leadership what you learned this summer and how you contributed to the City of Fulshear.

Selection Process

Please Submit The Following Documents With Your Online Application

• Two non-family member references, one of which must be a faculty member
• Letter of interest, which describes what qualities you possess that you believe will make you successful as a Summer Intern for us, and which departments you are most passionate about working in.
• Interviews will be held between April 6th and April 17th, either in person or virtually.
  
  

This position is not eligible for employee benefits.

01

Are you related to a current or former City of Fulshear employee?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

If so, please list the names and relationship of current and former employees.

03

Please list your top three (3) department placement preferences. (Human Resources, Finance, Economic Development, Utilities. Police, and Public Works)

• Required Question