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OT Connection Therapy Technician Internship – Summer 2021

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About OT Connection

OT Connection is a pediatric therapy center located in Pflugerville, TX that provides Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy for special needs children. For more information, please visit https://www.otconnection.com/.

Student Internship Opportunities: Therapy Technician

We utilize students up to 40 hours/week in an unpaid therapy technician role. Our therapy tech’s assist the therapy team by being hands-on during a session to be a patients peer buddy, work on turn-taking, throw a ball, gather equipment, etc. They help us to clean and sanitize toys, equipment, surfaces before and after all therapy sessions, clerical duties ranging from laminating, filing charts and documentation, making copies, faxing/scanning, etc. They help us plan and organize clinic wide special events, such as our summer splash week, hang holiday craft activities, etc. It is an exciting, fast-paced position where the students get a lot of exposure and experience with children with a wide range of developmental delays and chronic long-term difficulties as well.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter (containing any other pertinent information you would like to share) to Katie Duke Shaffer, Clinical Director, at katie@otconnection.com.

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Office of City Auditor Internship with the City of Austin – Summer 21

About the City of Austin

Over 13,000 employees work for the City of Austin, the nation’s 11th largest city.  The organization is dedicated to becoming the “Best Managed City” while maintaining an environment dedicated to attracting, motivating, and developing qualified, diverse and productive employees.

Internship Overview

If you’re enthusiastic about public service and love to dive deep into new topics, join us this summer at the Office of the City Auditor! Our internship program strives to give students the training and experience to help them become effective public servants, in their time at OCA and in their future careers. And if you have no experience as a performance auditor, no worries! We’ll help you build your tools for the trade.
Here are more details about our program:

  • This is a full-time internship for Summer 2021. The internship period runs from May through September, with preferred availability from at least June through August.
  • This position may be eligible for telework. Selected candidates will be required to report to the City of Austin offices within three business days of their start date to complete all required new-hire paperwork.
  • Interns will be assigned to an existing audit team and will work with an experienced auditor on one or more projects. Other opportunities available for interns include assisting with investigations and working with staff on social media and the office’s podcast, “Audit ATX.”
  • The Office of the City Auditor is a City department that reports to the City Council and provides a menu of services including performance audits, investigations, and special request projects.
  • These services are designed to provide information to support the City Council’s decision-making, establish accountability for meeting expectations, and generate a force for positive change. Projects primarily focus on the performance of City departments, programs, and initiatives with emphasis on results/effectiveness and efficiency/economy.
  • More information about our office and examples of our audit reports can be found here.

Your duties and functions over the summer may include the following:

  1. Conduct interviews and meetings with external clients to elicit useful, relevant, and reliable information.
  2. Collect and analyze both qualitative and quantitative data, extracting information that is significant to the project.
  3. Conduct research on subject matters related to the project.
  4. Document information and conclusions in an organized and useful manner.
  5. Use collected information to support conclusions.
  6. Develop clear, concise, timely, and accurate written summaries.
  7. Demonstrate increasing mastery of performance auditing processes, procedures, and techniques.

And here are the skills and abilities of a successful candidate for our program:

  • Ability to learn and adhere to appropriate professional standards, including the Government Auditing Standards.
  • Ability to master steep learning curves regarding government organizations, programs, activities, functions, and, where applicable, their interrelations with the private and not-for-profit sectors.
  • Ability to solicit, receive, analyze, and use information provided by office staff and external clients and stakeholders.
  • Ability to maintain objectivity and implement appropriate standards of care in all scopes of work.
  • Ability to complete assigned duties and functions in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to demonstrate continuous learning and growth by developing a new skill or pursuing a professional certification.
  • Proficient at collecting information according to an established project plan.
  • Proficient at working with others to achieve a project goal or objective.
  • Ability to analyze and evaluate facts; make sound, objective assessments and observations; and where appropriate, make constructive recommendations.

We appreciate your interest in joining us at the Office of the City Auditor. A couple more notes before you submit your application:

  • Resume and cover letter are required and will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
  • The Office of the City Auditor is a tobacco-free worksite. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted at any Office of the City Auditor worksite location. This includes other City worksites, the Silicon Labs garage, City vehicles, and personal vehicles located on the premises.

For more information about the position, and to start an application, please visit https://www.austincityjobs.org/postings/87356. The deadline to apply is 4/10/2021. 

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Watershed Protection Internship with the City of Austin – Summer 21

About the City of Austin

Over 13,000 employees work for the City of Austin, the nation’s 11th largest city.  The organization is dedicated to becoming the “Best Managed City” while maintaining an environment dedicated to attracting, motivating, and developing qualified, diverse and productive employees.

Internship Overview

This is a summer internship for WPD Youth Education. This position will provide assistance with inventory and restocking the Earth Camp teaching materials are among the primary duties. Other duties may include social media posts, planning calendars for the school year, research etc.

Watershed Protection’s Youth Education program provides school outreach, field trips, curriculum and service learning opportunities to encourage informed decision-making about choices that impact Austin’s water quality.

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

  • Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
  • Enrolled in an accredited College or University, Must be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior as of 06/01/2021, Field of study applicable to the Watershed Protection Department and must have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 and be in good standing.

When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:

  • A resume may/must be submitted with the employment application, but does not substitute for a complete employment application.
  • A detailed and complete employment application will help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
  • Include any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience.
  • Your work history must include employer name and address, job title, supervisor’s name and phone number, the month and year of employment and whether it was full or part-time work. Each work history should include a detailed description of the work you performed. We do not accept “See Resume” and your application will be considered incomplete.

The minimum qualifications for an Intern with the Watershed Protection Department are the following: Enrolled in an accredited College or University, Must be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior as of 06/01/2021, Field of study applicable to the Watershed Protection Department, and must have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 and be in good standing.
Job Offer is contingent on passing a Criminal Background Investigation.

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

  1. Observes and assists professionals in the assigned department to learn about areas of career interest.
  2. Assists, as necessary, in the coordination, administration, or monitoring of specific programs.
  3. Assists, as necessary, with researching, collecting and organizing data, performing analyses, and preparing reports to supplement knowledge gained through academic courses.
  4. Participates, as necessary, in finding solutions to existing problems and discusses recommendations with administrative personnel to acquire skills in problem solving.
  5. Assists with special projects.

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

  • Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances.
  • Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
  • Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in using computers and related software applications.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to create clear and concise reports.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.

For more information about the position, and to start an application, please visit https://www.austincityjobs.org/postings/87182. The deadline to apply is 03/22/2021.