| Location | Riverside, CA |
Data Analytics Unpaid Intern
Salary
$0.00 Hourly
Location
Downtown Fire Station #1 3401 University Ave, Riverside, CA
Job Type
Internship
Job Number
26-MIP-02
Department
Various
Opening Date
11/05/2026
Closing Date
11/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
The City of Riverside Fire Department is accepting applications for two (2) unpaid, part-time Data Analytics Interns for Summer 2027.
The Fire Department internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in local government, public service, and community engagement by applying data analytics to public safety. Interns assist with organizing and analyzing incident data, identifying trends, and preparing reports and dashboards to support operational planning, resource allocation, and service improvements.
Work Performed
Examples of Duties:
Data Analysis
Data Entry
Report Preparation
Skills:
Qualifications
Highly Desired Qualifications:
Selection Process
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Application
2)Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
PLEASE NOTE: FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the department with the posted internship opportunity. Please be prepared to bring a copy of your resume, reference list and unofficial transcripts, should you be invited to interview.
If selected, a condition of the unpaid intern assignment will be to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to the start date.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability recruiting accommodation in the assessment process to contract the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Volunteer
The position of volunteer is unpaid and not entitled to receive benefits.
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Instructions: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum and/or highly desirable qualifications for the position in which you are applying. Detailed responses must be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered. (*Do not refer to a resume in lieu of completing the supplemental questions). Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
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Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.
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Are you currently enrolled in a Data Analytics or Statistics program, or a closely related field?
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Are you available to work between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
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Please indicate what days of the week and hours you are available to work.
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Please describe your overall proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
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Mark all the following that you have experience in.
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Please indicate which department in the City of Riverside you are most interested in. (Select up to 3)
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I understand this is a part-time, non-benefitted, unpaid internship position and is not intended to replace any City employee but to complement the Departments existing efforts.
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Certification: I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. Therefore, I have fully completed ALL sections, provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully answered ALL questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation, as it will not be reviewed in lieu of completing the Supplemental Questionnaire. Note: Employers and/or experience noted on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be included and fully detailed on the Application.
Required Question
Employer City of Riverside
Address 3900 Main Street
Riverside, California, 92522
Phone 951-826-5808
Website http://www.riversideca.gov