Municipal Intern Program

Program Overview:
Links undergraduate and graduate students with municipalities, authorities, and Councils of Governments for summer internship projects. LGA pays for half of the interns' wages for the 12-week program.

Geographic Scope:

• Western Pennsylvania communities
• Specific counties participating include: Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, and Washington counties
• Focus on municipalities under Act 47 or participating in the state Department of Economic Development's Early Intervention Program

Eligibility:

• Students: Undergraduate and graduate students interested in internships
• Local Governments: Municipalities, authorities, and Councils of Governments interested in employing interns

Focus Areas:

• Places interns throughout western Pennsylvania communities
• Interns complete important projects for municipalities and authorities
• Provides experience for students' future careers

Funding Details:

• LGA Contribution: Half of intern wages for 12-week program paid through LGA
• The other half of wages funded by the employing municipality/authority

Contact Information:

• Local Government Academy: 1501 Preble Ave, Suite 202, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
• Phone: 412.586.5659
• Email: [email protected]

Background:
The Municipal Internship Program successfully places students in meaningful summer positions while providing financial support to host municipalities. As of 2015, 18 interns were placed in the program.

How to Apply

For Students: May learn more about the program and how to apply at Municipal Intern Program page (specific URL not provided in source materials)

For Local Governments: May learn more about the program and how to participate in 2016 MIP program at Municipal Intern Program page (specific URL not provided in source materials)

Contact: Local Government Academy at 412.586.5659 or [email protected]