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Shape your future while helping to shape our community! Goodhue County is seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals for our public administration internship. In this position you will get firsthand experience of the impact of public service through the study, practice, and demonstration of public administration competencies. In this internship, you will work collaboratively with senior leaders in all County departments with a focus on finance, administrative services, human resources, economic development, and the county commission. Additionally, you will assist with general office work, interact with various boards and committees, respond to public inquiries, and gain valuable professional experience. We are looking for an undergraduate or graduate college student majoring in public administration, political science, finance, human resources, communications, or related field. In reviewing application materials, we will look for: Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to exercise good judgement when interacting with state and local officials, county employees, other government agencies and the general public Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors and members of the public Ability to maintain data privacy and confidentiality as required Ability to follow written and oral instructions Qualified applicants will also be able to pass a thorough background investigation and possess a valid driver's license. Compensation is $18 per hour. Work is on-site in Red Wing. The schedule is weekdays, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch), up to 40 hours per week. Occasional travel to other parts of the county and evening or weekend work is possible. We will accommodate requests to adjust the work schedule from time to time if needed and grant unpaid time off for known absences (such as vacation). During the internship the position will not be eligible for any benefit programs. To apply, please submit a Goodhue County Employment Application. This posting will remain open until the position is filled, with a preference to applications received by Friday, March 20, 2026. Pursuant to MN Statute, seasonal assignments are limited to 67 working days per calendar year or 100 working days per calendar year if the employees are under the age of 22, are full-time students enrolled in a nonprofit or public educational institution prior to being hired by the employer, and have indicated, either in an application for employment or by being enrolled at an educational institution for the next academic year or term, an intention to continue as students during or after their temporary employment.