Intern

Job Summary : State Agency Intern

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties : State Agency Intern

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

Knowledge of :

Familiarity with state statutes, rules and regulations as they pertain to the Department.

Confidentiality.

Microsoft Office and the G-Suite / Workplace.

Skills In :

Critical thinking and problem solving.

Interpersonal skills.

Organized and detail oriented.

Communications (oral and written)

Gathering of facts and information.

Effective time management.

Statistical and abstract analysis.

Customer service and the ability to effectively interact with a wide range of internal and external customers.

Ability To :

Present information and respond to inquiries from various entities.

Work independently and collaboratively with others.

Work under pressure meeting deadlines.

Exhibit personal initiative.

Prioritize effectively.

Adapt to changing assignments and priorities.

Respond to inquiries with tact, diplomacy, and appropriate timely information.

Complete assigned tasks accurately.

Work independently with minimal supervision.

Meet deadlines.

Report work status, issues, and inquiries timely.

Be organized.

Be analytical.

Be professional.

Problem solve.

Analyze and establish priorities.

Display sound judgment.

Travel.

Work from home.

Selective Preference(s) :

None

Pre-Employment Requirements :

Candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal history investigation. Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code .)

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply :

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits :

This position is not benefits eligible.

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our

Retirement :

This position is not eligible to contribute to the Arizona State Retirement System