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Human Resources
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
What is the Internship Program?
The State of Iowa Internship program is designed to offer college level students an opportunity to gain work experience in state government. The program is administered by the Human Resources Enterprise of the Department of Administrative Services. Applications are received and matched with specific internship opportunities in the various Executive Branch departments. The program offers many benefits:
- Promotes better ties with the academic community
- Complements college students' academic efforts
- Provides departments the opportunity to screen for future employees
- Keeps students in Iowa
- Enhances affirmative action efforts.
Who is eligible to apply?
Students currently enrolled in an accredited college, university or community college program leading to a degree may apply. Students attending school out-of-state are also welcome to apply
How do I apply?
Click here to apply electronically. Look for jobs with Intern in the title. Paper Applications may be obtained from your school placement or co-op education office, or from the Department of Administrative Services. If course credit for the internship is desired, you must submit a letter from your school indicating that internship credit is acceptable and include it with your application.
You can also apply using a State of Iowa paper application. The completed application, including the Internship supplement, can be submitted directly to:
Department of Administrative Services, Human Resources Enterprise
Internship Program Coordinator
Hoover State Office Building
1305 E Walnut Street
Des Moines, IA 50319
If you are willing to accept an unpaid internship, your opportunities for placement will be enhanced
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Internship Title: |
IT Administrative Intern |
Department Name: |
Iowa Finance Authority |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
$12 Hour |
Hours per week: |
20 |
Duties: |
This position would be responsible for entry level IT related projects |
Coursework: |
Knowledge in the following is preferred: Visual Basic, ASP.Net, SQL Server, Web Programming, Client server environment, MS-Access |
Requirement: |
Applicant must be currently enrolled in an accredited university |
Start Date: |
Flexible |
Department Contact: |
Christine Wetzler at 242-4966 |
How to Apply: |
Submit a cover letter and resume to Christine Wetzler, Human Resource Manager, Iowa Finance Authority, 100 E Grand Ave., Suite 250, Des Moines, IA, 50309 |
Updated: |
3-14-2007 |
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Internship Title: |
Public Relations Intern |
Department Name: |
Department of Cultural Affairs |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Unpaid |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Duties will include assistance in the following areas: writing news releases, coordinating special events, updating calendars of events, contributing department newsletter content and taking photographs. Intern will work as part of a 3-member marketing/public relations/web design team.
Coursework: Knowledge of design programs Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop a plus. |
Requirement: |
Must have own transportation. |
Start Date: |
Flexible |
Department Contact: |
Sarah Oltrogge - (515) 281-4011 |
How to Apply: |
Send resume and cover letter to Sarah Oltrogge, State Historical Building, 600 E Locust, Des Moines, IA 50319 or email to Sarah.Oltrogge@iowa.gov |
Updated: |
3-14-2007 |
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Internship Title: |
Graphic Design Intern |
Department Name: |
Department of Cultural Affairs |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Unpaid |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Designing flyers, brochures and signage for State Historical Building exhibit openings, events and educational programs. Will work as part of a 3-member marketing/public relations/web design team. |
Requirement: |
Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. Knowledge of print production and e-communications are helpful, but not necessary. Experience with Adobe InDesign and QuarkXPress preferred. |
Start Date: |
Flexible |
Department Contact: |
Sarah Oltrogge - (515) 281-4011 |
How to Apply: |
Send resume and cover letter to Sarah Oltrogge, State Historical Building, 600 E Locust, Des Moines, IA 50319 or email to Sarah.Oltrogge@iowa.gov |
Updated: |
3-14-2007 |
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Internship Title: |
Marketing Intern |
Department Name: |
Department of Cultural Affairs |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Unpaid |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Work with the Iowa Historical Foundation membership marketing program. Other duties include assisting in designing and developing fundraising materials, planning member events and coordinating direct mail promotions. Will work as part of a 3-member marketing/public relations/web design team. |
Start Date: |
Flexible |
Department Contact: |
Sarah Oltrogge - (515) 281-4011 |
How to Apply: |
Send resume and cover letter to Sarah Oltrogge, State Historical Building, 600 E Locust, Des Moines, IA 50319 or email to Sarah.Oltrogge@iowa.gov |
Updated: |
3-14-2007 |
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Internship Title: |
Nurse |
Department Name: |
Iowa Correctional Institution for Women 300 Elm SW, Mitchellville, IA |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1-2 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Unpaid |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Assist in variety of areas; meet requirements of student's needs |
Requirements: |
Letter from instructor detailing internship requirements necessary for student to receive credit, coursework in Nursing. |
Start Date: |
Flexible |
Department Contact: |
Eleena Mitchell-Sadler, PH: 967-4236 Ext. 300
eleena.mitchellsadler@doc.state.ia.us |
How to Apply: |
State of Iowa application, cover letter and resume to above address |
Updated: |
3-14-2007 |
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Internship Title: |
Student Intern |
Department Name: |
Iowa Department of Elder Affairs |
Number of Interns Needed: |
Multiple |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Unpaid |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Assist with a variety of projects including special projects. |
Coursework: |
Geriatrics, Administration, Politics, Social Work, etc. |
Requirements: |
College students with course work in various disciplines. |
Start Date: |
Varies |
Length of Internship : |
Varies |
Department Contact: |
Minnie Mallard, Department of Elder Affairs, 515-725-3322 |
How to Apply: |
Mail cover letter, application and resume to Minnie Mallard, Iowa Department of Elder Affairs, Jessie M. Parker Bldg, Suite 2, Des Moines, IA 50319 |
Updated: |
3-23-2007 |
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