Spring Intern - Information Technology

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Spring Intern - Information Technology Job Type Seasonal/Substitute Posting Type Intern Number of Vacancies 1 Department INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Division IT TECH SUPPORT Requisition Number 2026497 Number of hours worked per week Up to 30 hours per week Work Schedule

Flexible - To be determined

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement N - Never Pay Grade N/A Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

$17.50 per hour

Job Description

The City of Chesapeake is accepting applications for Spring 2027 Internships in Information Technology (IT). Gain practical experience, build your technical skills, and discover how technology supports essential City services.

Internship opportunities may be available across various IT divisions. Specific assignments will depend on departmental needs, current projects, and interns' skills and interests. Interns will work alongside IT professionals while learning about technology operations in local government.

Depending on their assignment, interns may have opportunities to:

• Assist with technical support and troubleshooting.
• Support the setup, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, or other technology resources.
• Assist with technology projects, research, testing, and documentation.
• Learn about IT systems, processes, and tools used to support City departments.
• Collaborate with IT staff and end users to identify needs and support technology solutions.
• Develop technical, analytical, customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for the following:

• Providing their own transportation to and from the worksite.
• Arriving at the worksite at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
• Completing assigned tasks efficiently and following instructions from the vocational instructor/coordinator and worksite supervisor.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, cooperation, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Following all guidelines and expectations established by the internship worksite.

Required Qualifications

Must be a college student in good academic standing who is majoring in, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation), in Information Technology or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 10/22/2026 Job Close Date 10/29/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

Students will be limited to one internship per school year.

Spring 2027 internships begin on or after January 11, 2027. The length of the internship may vary depending on the student's availability. The student may work up to 30 hours per week for a maximum of 360 hours.

Those participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work;
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by supervisor;
• Performing the tasks assigned by supervisor;
• Demonstrating honestly, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn;
• Conform to the guidelines of the internship work site.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Emergency Situations N = Never Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime N = Never Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Yes. Supervisor

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a college student in good academic standing, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation)?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation