| Location | St. George, SC |
2027 PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP
Salary
$20.63 Hourly
Location
Multiple locations, SC
Job Type
PART-TIME
Job Number
02525
Department
MULTIPLE DEPARTMENTS
Opening Date
10/16/2026
Closing Date
11/8/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
Internship Overview
Interns with Dorchester County Government will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, challenging environment within either the Public Information Office or the Treasurer's Office. This role offers meaningful exposure to local government operations and the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects.
Duties
Project Assignment (PIO) - Location: Summerville, SC
Project Assignment (Treasurer) - Location: St, George, SC
Qualifications
Desired Qualifications:
oPIO - Marketing, Journalism, Business Administration, Analytics, Human Resources, Social Science, Information Systems, or other related fields.
oTreasurer - Accounting
Additional Requirements
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):
Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.
Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a part-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and can work 20 - 25 hour each week in a part-time status.
No Relocation expenses will be paid.
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.
For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:
https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227
Benefits for County Employees
County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.
Healthcare Benefits
(Full-time employees)
Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. Weve maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.
www.eip.sc.gov/
Retirement Benefits
In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.
Workplace Benefits
In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.
Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
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Are you currently a college Junior, Senior, Graduate student enrolled in an accredited degree program, or an individual who has graduated within the past two years from an undergraduate or Graduate level program?
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Are you available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week onsite for 12 weeks?
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Is your major in Marketing, Journalism, Business Administration, Analytics, Human Resources, Social Science, Information Systems, or other related fields?
05
If your major is accounting, skip and go to the next question. Please provide your major if it is not accounting.
06
Is your major in Accounting
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An unofficial transcript is required at the time of application, and an official is needed at the time of appointment. Please attach or email unofficial transcript to edavis@dorchestercountysc.gov within 5 calendar days of the closing date of this post. Are you able to fulfill these requirements?
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Do you have at least a GPA of 3.0 or higher?
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You will be required to attach or email a letter of recommendation from one of your college professors or counselors. Please upload or email recommendation to edavis@dorchestercountysc.gov within 5 calendar days of closing date of this post. Are you able to fulfill this requirement?
Required Question
Employer Dorchester County
Address 201 Johnston Street
St. George, South Carolina, 29477
Phone 843-832-1640