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Intern

City of Brentwood, California City of Brentwood, California, United States

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Intern

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Position Information

The City of Brentwood seeking applications for the 2026 Internship Program. This internship program is built to be a focused learning experience for the students. Interns will not only gain on-the-job training and experience related to their studies but will also gain knowledge of the public sector. This is a mentorship program to help students expand their network of professional connections and acquire career guidance along the way.

The internship program will run from the beginning of January to the end of May 2026. The schedule will vary by internship position but will include after school hours and may include the ability to work some weekends. The City has four internship positions available at this time.

Engineering Department:

The City of Brentwood invites you to apply for an Internship position with the Engineering Department. We are seeking an energetic, passionate, and dedicated Intern who has an interest in learning about and contributing to the following: the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects for public infrastructure and facilities, ensuring private developments are built to City standards, maintaining and operating the City's Geographic Information System (GIS), and managing the City's traffic and transportation network.

This Internship offers a valuable opportunity of mentorship and engagement in communication and coordination to deliver successful projects for the City. Some experiences may include:

Finance & Information Systems Department:

The City of Brentwood Finance & Information Systems Department is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our team. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in local government finance and to see how financial decisions impact real people and projects.

During your internship, you’ll gain:
Some more specific experiences will include:
Parks and Recreation:

The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a motivated, self-starting Intern to join our dynamic and fun Recreation Division! This hands-on opportunity allows you to work alongside experienced staff and contractors who design and deliver classes, programs, and community-wide events.
You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to plan, implement, and wrap up successful events while contributing to a passionate, team-oriented environment that serves the community.

As an intern, you may gain knowledge in these key areas:
Potential projects and experiences include:If you’re eager to learn, contribute, and grow as part of a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply and be part of the excitement!

Public Works Department - Fleet Division:
Gain experience in the trades! The Public Works Fleet Division is looking for an intern that is a motivated self-starter. As an intern you will be expected to learn and participate in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the City's fleet. Some experiences may include:

Qualifications

The Internship Program is available to current high school students. Please be sure to include in your application the following:


Application Process

Applicants must submit the following:
City of Brentwood Employment Application - Click HERE to complete the online application submitted through the City's website. Letter of Reference - Please attach a signed letter of reference from a teacher or high school administrator. Liberty Union High School District students may use this template for their letter. Cover Letter - This letter should be addressed to the Hiring Department. Explain why you are interested in the internship and highlight the skills, experiences, and qualities that make you a strong candidate for the position. Postmarks, faxes and incomplete applications will not be accepted. Your application must be filled out completely online. Resumes may also be submitted, but it is not a substitute for a completed application.

The recruitment process will consist of: If you have any questions regarding your application or the recruitment process, please call Human Resources at 925-516-5191.

DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content. Components may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as needs dictate.

All correspondence regarding application status, test and/or interview dates, etc. will be sent by email and will be available on your Government Jobs account. Please check your email folders, including your junk/spam folders and accept emails from the domain governmentjobs.com, neogov.com, or brentwoodca.gov. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that all correspondence is received.

The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants requesting special accommodations during the examination process may contact the Human Resources Department at (925) 516-5191.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 11/7/2025 10:00 AM Pacific

Salary:

$16.90 Hourly
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