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College Student Municipal Academy and Internship Program
Join the City of Rancho Santa Margarita staff for a free two-day municipal academy. The program provides college students with an inside look into how local government operates by providing an overview of each City department. At the end of the academy, students will be better informed of the roles that exist in local government. The academy is limited to twenty participants, so apply early.
MUNICIPAL ACADEMY
All sessions are held at the City of Rancho Santa Margarita Civic Plaza - 22112 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688.
Day 1: Tuesday, June 14, 2022
| 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Registration |
| 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Welcome, and Introductions |
| 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Development Services |
| 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Refreshment and Networking Break |
| 11:30 AM - 12:30 AM | Public Works, and Engineering |
| 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM | Lunch |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Police Services, and Emergency Management |
Day 2: Wednesday, June 15, 2022
| 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Administration - City Manager, Public Information, Risk Management |
| 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Administration - Information Technology, Finance, Human Resources |
| 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Refreshment and Networking Break |
| 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Community Services |
| 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM | Lunch |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | City Clerk, and City Council Closing Session |
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Suppose you're looking to receive hands-on experience. In that case, we encourage you to also apply for one of three unpaid internships which begin following the academy. This year, unpaid internship opportunities are available with the following departments:
- Public Works and Engineering
- Development Services, including Urban Planning, Code Enforcement, and Economic Development
- Administration, including the City Manager's Office, Public Information, and Human Resources
The internships will continue for approximately three months with flexible schedules. They will provide student interns with in-depth local government experience.
REQUIREMENTS
Students must be a resident of Rancho Santa Margarita and currently enrolled at an accredited college or university to be eligible for either the academy or an internship. Transcript copies will be requested as part of the application process. Students must commit to attending both days of the academy. The academy is free and students will receive materials, lunch, and refreshments as part of the program. The three internships are unpaid.
REGISTRATION
Applications are being accepted for the College Student Municipal Academy and Internship Program. You may apply for the academy and/or the internship program. Space is limited, so apply early! Please email volunteer@cityofrsm.org or call (949) 635-1800 if you have any questions.