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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: |
Labor Market and Workforce Research Intern |
Department Name: |
Iowa Workforce Development |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Paid: $12.67/hr |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Analyze Income disparity in Iowa: The rich versus the poor. This research examines the wage patterns in Iowa in the last 10 years among three different income groups to see if inequality exists to the extent of the inequality. Comparisons with neighboring states and the nation as a whole with potential implications to the workforce will also be examined. Evaluate the effects of recent national subprime lending and subsequent housing market slump on Iowa’s Labor Market. Is Iowa economy immune to recent housing market slump? What are the implications of this economic problem to the Workforce? |
Coursework: |
Knowledge of Economics or Statistics, SAS or SPSS. |
Requirement: |
Must have own transportation. |
Start Date: |
September 1, 2008 |
Department Contact: |
Jude E. Igbokwe, Ph.D., (515) 281 5193 |
How to Apply: |
Send resume and cover letter to Jude E. Igbokwe, Ph.D., Iowa Workforce Development, Labor Market and Workforce Information Division, 1000 E. Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA. 50319 or email to Jude.Igbokwe@iwd.iowa.gov |
Updated: |
8-28-2008 |
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Internship Title: |
Labor Market and Workforce Research Intern |
Department Name: |
Iowa Workforce Development |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Paid: $12.67/hr |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Evaluate the issue of Retaining quality workforce in Iowa: Implications for the state economy. Training emphasis, wage issues, quality of life issues, and other variables will be examined to evaluate correlation with retention in Iowa’s workforce. Examine Emerging Workforce Issues in the next 5 years: An Iowa Outlook. Demographic changes in the population, changing gender roles, as well as a diverse workforce have major implications for the economy. How has Iowa fared? What issues are relevant to Iowa’s economy in the next few years? |
Coursework: |
Knowledge of Economics or Statistics, SAS or SPSS. |
Requirement: |
Must have own transportation. |
Start Date: |
September 1, 2008 |
Department Contact: |
Jude E. Igbokwe, Ph.D., (515) 281 5193 |
How to Apply: |
Send resume and cover letter to Jude E. Igbokwe, Ph.D., Iowa Workforce Development, Labor Market and Workforce Information Division, 1000 E. Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA. 50319 or email to Jude.Igbokwe@iwd.iowa.gov |
Updated: |
8-28-2008 |
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Internship Title: |
Labor Market and Workforce Research Intern |
Department Name: |
Iowa Workforce Development |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Paid: $12.67/hr |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Evaluate and analyze "Green jobs" and future workforce implications for Iowa. Recent issues involving environmental protection have led to call on greener environment and greener economy. Which industries and jobs fall within this category and their implications to the states economy, income and lifestyle will be examined. Evaluate and analyze Wind Energy and future workforce implications for Iowa. With the recent high oil prices, industries and occupations in Iowa are being affected. The level of impact and in the industries affected most will be examined to weigh future impact on the workforce. |
Coursework: |
Knowledge of Economics or Statistics, SAS or SPSS. |
Requirement: |
Must have own transportation. |
Start Date: |
September 1, 2008 |
Department Contact: |
Jude E. Igbokwe, Ph.D., (515) 281 5193 |
How to Apply: |
Send resume and cover letter to Jude E. Igbokwe, Ph.D., Iowa Workforce Development, Labor Market and Workforce Information Division, 1000 E. Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA. 50319 or email to Jude.Igbokwe@iwd.iowa.gov |
Updated: |
8-28-2008 |
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Internship Title: |
Labor Market and Workforce Research Intern |
Department Name: |
Iowa Workforce Development |
Number of Interns Needed: |
1 |
Hourly Salary (or unpaid): |
Paid: $12.67/hr |
Hours per week: |
Flexible |
Duties: |
Evaluate and examine and analyze the Economic and Workforce Impact of the 2008 Flood in Iowa. The flood of 2008 had major disruptions in the state economy. The extent of the disruptions, areas affected the most, occupations involved, and wage issues will be examined with the purpose of alleviating the problems and preventing them in the future. Conduct Literature search on other emerging Workforce Issues. |
Coursework: |
Knowledge of Economics or Statistics, SAS or SPSS. |
Requirement: |
Must have own transportation. |
Start Date: |
September 1, 2008 |
Department Contact: |
Jude E. Igbokwe, Ph.D., (515) 281 5193 |
How to Apply: |
Send resume and cover letter to Jude E. Igbokwe, Ph.D., Iowa Workforce Development, Labor Market and Workforce Information Division, 1000 E. Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA. 50319 or email to Jude.Igbokwe@iwd.iowa.gov |
Updated: |
8-28-2008 |
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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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