Bulletin - Student Intern #2601-1015-01 - City of New Haven - Online Employment Center
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Posted January 2, 2026
The City of New Haven, Connecticut is a dynamic municipal government dedicated to delivering high-quality public services and fostering community well-being. Its core responsibilities include public safety, infrastructure maintenance, economic development, and environmental stewardship, with a strong focus on supporting local businesses, enhancing public transportation, and promoting sustainable growth. New Haven distinguishes itself through its vibrant cultural heritage, partnership with Yale University, and commitment to inclusive, data-driven decision making that drives innovation in urban planning and citizen engagement. The city offers a collaborative work environment for professionals seeking to impact urban life and build resilient communities.
Student Interns are hired to provide special project related work within a variety of departments and gain hands-on experience in a field of municipal operations.
When you apply for an Internship position you should indicate the department(s) for which you are interested in working, however, placement is not guaranteed.
The maximum number of hours a Student Intern can work may not exceed 19 hours per week. Approved work-study programs, semester and/or vacation breaks interns may work up to 35 hours depending on departmental funding approved by the Office of Policy, Management, & Grants.
Internships are not eligible to receive medical benefits, vacation pay, holiday, union membership, or union contractual benefits. Any period of internship employment will not be construed in any way to mean probationary employment. Persons may not be employed in two concurrent positions with the City and/or the Board of Education at the same time.
Depending on assignment, additional pre-employment conditions may be required, which may include fingerprinting, background checks, and drug screening, in accordance with the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy*. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.
*Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.
The City of New Haven, Connecticut is a dynamic municipal government dedicated to delivering high-quality public services and fostering community well-being. Its core responsibilities include public safety, infrastructure maintenance, economic development, and environmental stewardship, with a strong focus on supporting local businesses, enhancing public transportation, and promoting sustainable growth. New Haven distinguishes itself through its vibrant cultural heritage, partnership with Yale University, and commitment to inclusive, data-driven decision making that drives innovation in urban planning and citizen engagement. The city offers a collaborative work environment for professionals seeking to impact urban life and build resilient communities.
