STUDENT INTERN III 3817

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is involved in performing sub-professional level work in a variety of assignments in diverse programs of County or local government. Types of assignments are correlated to the graduate's program of study. Supervision is received from an administrative supervisor, through conferences, reports and evaluation of completed projects. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Observes and participates in the daily activities of a particular County department or jurisdiction;

Collects data for research projects, surveys, studies or special programs;

Analyzes, interprets and/or reports findings of project surveys, studies or special programs in oral or written form, as required;

Assumes responsibility for a particular project, under staff guidance and supervision;

Performs duties similar to those of regular full-time employees.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Working knowledge of statistical concepts and methods; ability to understand modern public administration procedures; ability to acquire familiarity with policies, regulations, practices and functions of the jurisdiction to which assigned; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to analyze facts, and exercise judgment and initiative; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Enrollment in a graduate program at a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State, or graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Master’s or Doctorate degree within the past year.

NOTE: Employment in this title of graduates of Master’s or Doctoral programs is limited to one (1) year.

R 10/13/99

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive/part-time

Review 5/22/19