Background on NYCEM:
New York City Emergency Management (NYCEM) is a coordinating agency for the City of New York. The agency plans and prepares for emergencies, educates the public about preparedness, coordinates emergency response and recovery, and collects and disseminates emergency information. The agency maintains a disciplined unit of emergency management personnel including but not limited to attorneys, responders, planners, watch commanders, logisticians, community outreach, communications, administrative and support staff to identify and respond to various hazards.
of Project/ Intern Responsibilities:
The Intern supporting the Office of the Commissioner will play a key role in advancing NYCEM’s mission to protect and serve New Yorkers before, during, and after emergencies. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain direct exposure to executive leadership, citywide emergency operations, and interagency coordination at the highest levels of government.
The intern will provide administrative, operational, and strategic support to the Commissioner’s Office, contributing to high-priority initiatives, special projects, and day-to-day executive functions. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Support the Commissioner’s Office with research, briefing materials, and preparation for internal and external meetings
- Assist in drafting and editing executive-level documents, including memos, talking points, and presentations
- Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and stakeholder engagements, including interagency and City Hall partners
- Track priority initiatives and follow-ups to ensure timely execution of leadership directives
- Support communications efforts by gathering information and helping align messaging across teams
- Conduct research and analysis on emergency management trends, policies, and best practices
- Assist with special projects, including agency events, public engagement efforts, and strategic initiatives
Requirements/special skills and qualifications needed:
- Resume
- Cover letter
Skills/Qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, concise language
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Interest in public service, emergency management, public policy, or government operations
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
- Background or coursework in public administration, emergency management, political science, or related fields
- Strong awareness of current events
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities
- Comfortable in fast-paced, dynamic environments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Teams or similar tools is a plus
The selected candidate will be required to provide a letter confirming matriculation with an accredited college/university. Further letters will be required for each semester (spring, summer, fall) while working at NYCEM.
Apply via NYC Careers. Go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/ and search by the Job ID 776533
NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Special accommodations will be provided for people with disabilities.
COLLEGE AIDE (ALL CITY DEPTS) - 10209
For Assignment Level I:
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school.
For Assignment Level II (Information Technology):
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or closely related field, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study.
For Assignment Level III (Information Technology Fellow):
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or other area relevant to the information technology project(s) assigned, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study. Appointments to this Assignment Level will be made by the Technology Steering Committee through the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications.
SPECIAL NOTE
Maximum tenure for all Assignment Levels in the title of College Aide is 6 years. No student shall be employed more than half-time in any week in which classes in which the student is enrolled are in session. Students may be employed full-time during their vacation periods.
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