Student Intern, Public Works

The Town of Needham is seeking a highly motivated candidate to fill the position of Student Intern within the Administration division of the Department of Public Works. This temporary role will work directly with the members of the team to learn records management and digitization fundamentals, billing workflows, and gain exposure to municipal software systems.

This internship is designed to offer a balance of structured tasks and independent project work, helping the intern build confidence, professional skills, and practical experience relevant to public sector careers.

This internship is temporary, through August 30, 2025.
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 am-5 pm, Tuesday 8 am-6 pm, Friday 8 am-12:30 pm
 

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Duties and Responsibilities

These duties are a general summary and not all inclusive:

• Gain foundational understanding of the Accounts Payable (AP) process through invoice tracking and logging entries.
• Support in importing data into online systems, ensuring data accuracy and consistency between platforms.
• Learn records management process for paper files, labelling and cataloging files for improved accessibility.
• Digitize historical records, ensuring file naming conventions and organization are consistent.
• Assist in cataloging and storing images for marketing of projects and for use in future publications.
• Understand Municipal Operations through cross-training and exposure to various departmental functions.
• May support on long-term projects as time permits

Requirements

The following requirements may be substituted by any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job:

• Student with courses in Governmental Studies, Finance, or an interest in municipal government
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks and duties
• Prior experience with Microsoft Office Suite is desired

Supplemental Information

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply.”

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on June 30, 2025.

The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at tswanson@needhamma.gov.