TASK FORCE: Operations Management, Policy Research, and ESR

UNIT: Management & Operations

JOB TITLE: One (1) Summer Intern

CONTROL CODE: MOT Intern - 24-01


SUMMARY:

The Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is the City government's chief financial agency. OMB's staff of analysts and experts assembles and oversees the Mayor’s expense and capital budgets, which fund the services and activities of approximately 90 City agencies and entities.

Our team examines operations at OMB and city agencies with the goal of gaining more efficient, cost-effective services and improved outcomes.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The intern will lead the following project under general supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgement:

- Collaborate with the management team to enhance processes and strategies, aiming to improve efficiency and ownership across various divisions of City government.
- Review and analyze agency projects and processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency and effectiveness.
- Conduct policy and industry research to support ongoing projects.
- Provide clerical assistance including scheduling, note-taking, and correspondence.
- Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the team.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in an accredited college, university or law school.

Description of Specific Skills Required: - Adaptability and willingness to learn. - Excellent communication skills- being able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and ability to understand tasks and convey ideas. - Time management and organizational skills- being able to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and stay organized. - Attention to detail- paying close attention to details to produce high-quality work and avoid errors. Preferred Skills: - Strong analytical skills - Decision-making- the ability to make informed decisions based on available information. This involves analyzing options, weighing pros and cons. - Strategic thinking- being able to think critically and strategically. - Problem-solving- resolve challenges and problems that require effective problem-solving skills. Being able to identify issues, analyze root causes. - Project management- familiarity with project management methodologies, such as planning, organizing. - Problem-solving abilities- Having the ability to think critically and come up with creative solutions to challenges. REQUIREMENTS: Graduate interns must be currently enrolled or accepted into a graduate program. Candidates should have strong analytical, quantitative, research and communication skills. Additionally, candidates must be proficient in MS Word and Excel To participate in the OMB Summer Internship Program, graduate students must be currently enrolled or accepted into a graduate program Compensation/Duration: Summer Graduate Intern $19.50 per hour Internships will run for 10 weeks, from June 3, 2024 to August 9, 2024. The work must be done during the regular workday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. – no evenings or weekends.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

This is a hybrid position with in-person days located at OMB’s offices at 255 Greenwich Street

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.