Mayor's Office Internship Program

The Mayor’s Office offers an internship program for students interested in gaining experience in the administration of local government. Unpaid positions are available during the fall, spring and summer semesters. Students must be able to work at least 10 hours per week in the fall and spring semesters. During the summer students must be available to work a minimum of 21 hours. Students are encouraged to receive course credit for the experience.

Opportunities

Interns will be selected to assist in the following areas:

• Legislative Research and Writing
• Economic and Community Development
• Sister Cities / Flood Recovery
• Communications / Press
• Healthy / Active Living and Community Engagement
• Environment & Energy Efficiency
• Neighborhoods
• Poverty
• Domestic Violence

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

• Professional resume and cover letter
• Two letters of recommendation – one from a school faculty member and one from someone other than a relative
• Writing sample

Completed applications should be sent to:

Mayor’s Office
Attn: Diane Lance
100 Metro Courthouse
Nashville, TN 37201
diane.lance@nashville.gov