CO-OP/INTERN 2 (OFFICE OF PLACE-BASED INITIATIVES)

CO-OP/INTERN 2 (OFFICE OF PLACE-BASED INITIATIVES)

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CO-OP/INTERN 2 (OFFICE OF PLACE-BASED INITIATIVES)

Salary

$27,768.00 - $32,323.20 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Temporary or Seasonal Worker Unclassified

Job Number

26-999312(U)

Department

City Manager's Office

Opening Date

04/29/2026

Closing Date

5/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description

• Benefits

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General Statement of Duties

The Co-op/Intern for the City of Cincinnati'sOffice of Place-Based Initiativeswill support community engagement, neighborhood assessment, and partnership development efforts. This role is ideal for students interested in social work, public administration, urban planning, community development, or related fields. The work will involve direct engagement with residents, surveying neighborhoods, supporting community-driven initiatives, and fostering strategic partnerships to improve quality of life. Candidates should have a passion for community engagement, a human-centered approach, and the ability to work effectively in diverse neighborhoods.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Any one position within this classification may not include all the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be performed.

• Assist with community outreach efforts, engaging with residents, local businesses, and community leaders.

• Participate in neighborhood surveys and assessments to identify quality-of-life issues.

• Walk and document conditions in homeless encampments, gathering data for service coordination.

• Attend senior citizen meetings to provide information and resources related to city initiatives.

• Support the coordination of theSummer in Cincyevents and other public programs.

• Assist in developing long-term strategic partnerships with community organizations and businesses.

• Contribute to the development of integrated and concentrated city service delivery plans.

• Participate in community meetings and serve as a liaison between residents and city departments.

• Document and track community concerns, helping to develop responsive solutions.

• Provide logistical support for community events and outreach programs.

Project Descriptions and Deliverables

A Summer Internship opportunity in the Office of Place Based Initiatives provides a unique opportunity for a student interested in community engagement and neighborhood development. The intern may contribute to various projects and deliverables; examples could include but are not limited to:

Neighborhood Survey & Engagement Initiative

• Conduct door-to-door surveys to assess resident concerns and neighborhood priorities.

• Analyze collected data to identify trends and community needs.

• Present findings to city officials to inform policy and program decisions.

Community Partnership Development

• Assist in fostering relationships between city agencies, businesses, and community organizations.

• Coordinate meetings with stakeholders to discuss collaborative opportunities.

• Develop a resource guide highlighting available city and nonprofit services.

Boots-on-the-Ground Outreach Program

• Participate in field visits to various neighborhoods, homeless encampments, and business districts.

• Document and report on conditions requiring city intervention or service improvements.

• Engage with residents to share information on available city programs and initiatives.

This internship provides hands-on experience in grassroots community engagement, urban policy, and partnership-building, offering valuable exposure to real-world initiatives aimed at improving Cincinnati's neighborhoods.

HR CONTACT: [email protected]

Required Education and Experience

In order to qualify for the Intern/Co-op/Extern Program, a student must:

• Be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a non-citizen with proof of eligibility to work in the United States

• Individuals under eighteen will require a work permit

• Be enrolled in an accredited institution

• Submit a City job application for employment

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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Are you currently enrolled in a college or university?

• Yes

• No

  02

What type of degree/program are you currently enrolled in?

• Accounting or Finance

• Marketing

• Human Resources

• Business Administration

• Other

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If you answered "closely related" to the above question, please provide the degree type.

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• Yes, I understand.

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Do you understand that if your application does not include your resume that your application will be rejected?

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Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

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