Intern

Job Description:

Intern

Description

Position Information

The City of Brentwood seeking applications for the 2027 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 mid January to early July 2027. 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.

City Attorney's Office:
The City of Brentwood City Attorney Office is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic high school intern to join our team. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in local government, learn about the role of a City Attorney Office, and see how attorneys and City staff work together to serve the community.
This internship is designed to provide a student with an introduction to municipal government, the legal profession, and the day-to-day operations of a public law office. The City Attorney Office is particularly interested in students who have demonstrated strong academic performance and an interest in law, government, public policy, or a related field.

During your internship, you’ll gain:

• Local government experience - learn how City departments work together to provide services to the community.
• Exposure to the legal profession - see how attorneys research issues, review documents, attend meetings, and advise City departments and officials.
• Research and organizational skills - assist with gathering, organizing, and summarizing information for City Attorney Office projects.
• Professional communication skills - gain experience communicating and working in a professional office environment.
• Public service experience - learn about careers in law, government, and public service and how the work of local government affects the community.

This internship is a great opportunity for a student who is curious, dependable, organized, academically motivated, and eager to learn. Students who have demonstrated strong academic performance and an interest in law, government, public policy, public service, or a related area are especially encouraged to apply.

Community Development Department:
The City of Brentwood’s Community Development Department is seeking an intern interested in learning the entire “life cycle” of the City’s planning and development process. The Department’s core mission is to develop Brentwood as a high quality, diverse and balanced community while protecting natural and agricultural resources. The Community Development intern will rotate between each of the Department’s four divisions and assist them with tasks such as minor building permit plan checks and field inspections, municipal code enforcement, intake of planning applications, digitizing records, researching codes and regulations, and data entry. The ideal candidate should be proficient in word processing and spreadsheet platforms and be available between 5-15 hours a week.
Depending on your interests and department needs, you may:

• Assist community members with questions about permits, zoning, development requirements, fees, and application status.
• Support the intake and processing of planning and building permit applications, including reviewing documents for completeness and conducting basic plan checks.
• Research zoning regulations, municipal codes, property records, and other information to support development and code enforcement activities.
• Participate in field inspections of residential and commercial properties, including construction inspections, basic code compliance inspections, and inspections of the City’s rental properties.
• Photograph and document properties and inspection findings, and assist with follow-up communications such as warning letters.

This internship provides an opportunity to see how local government development services work from both the office and field perspectives while gaining experience in customer service, planning, permitting, inspections, records management, GIS, and municipal code enforcement.

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:

• Recreation program organization, services, operations, and activities
• Proper care and use of recreation equipment, materials, and supplies
• Modern office practices, software, and technology used in the field
• Principles and practices of customer service
• Safe work practices

Potential projects and experiences include:

• Supporting community events through set-up, implementation, and tear-down
• Assisting with youth programs such as Jr. Warriors Basketball
• Inventory and research for Arts Commission projects
• Providing customer service to residents and program participants
• Capturing event moments through photography and media support

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:
Interested in cars, mechanics, equipment, or learning a skilled trade? The Public Works Fleet Division is looking for a motivated intern who wants to gain real-world experience working behind the scenes to keep the City’s vehicles and equipment running.

As a Fleet Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced Fleet staff and get exposure to many areas of municipal fleet operations, including:

• Learn the Trades: Assist technicians with basic vehicle maintenance, inspections, minor repairs, and shop projects under supervision.
• Work with Vehicles: Help move and shuttle City vehicles and equipment between the shop, City facilities, vendors, and other locations.
• Learn About Parts & Tools: Help receive, organize, label, stock, and deliver vehicle parts, tools, and supplies.
• Build Workplace Skills: Assist with work orders, service records, data entry, filing, scheduling, and other shop operations.
• Keep the Shop Running: Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work with a Team: Learn directly from Fleet technicians and staff while gaining an understanding of how a municipal fleet operates.

This is a great opportunity for a high school student interested in automotive technology, mechanics, skilled trades, public service, or simply getting hands-on experience in a professional work environment.

Qualifications

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

• High school you are currently attending (notate this in the education section of your application)
• If applicable, which CTE Pathway Program you are enrolled in (notate this in the Supplemental Questions)

Application Process

Applicants must submit the following:
City of Brentwood Employment Application - 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:

• Review of applications to ensure all materials have been submitted.
• Department Interview - All candidates that submit a completed application packet will have their documents sent to the Hiring Department. The Hiring Department will review all of the application materials and select the top candidates to be invited to interviews.
• Pre-Employment - Applicants who are offered the internship will be required to be fingerprinted through the City.
• Orientation - Applicants who have passed all of the pre-employment requirements and have submitted all of their documents will be scheduled for their first day of orientation.

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: 11/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$16.50 - $26.00 Hourly