Recruiting Intern
Brief overview
Job description
About the Department
Are you organized, outgoing, and interested in gaining hands-on experience in recruitment, nonprofit administration, communications, and community outreach? The Polk County Conservation AmeriCorps Program is seeking an AmeriCorps Program Recruitment Intern to support recruitment efforts for the 2026–2027 service year.
The Recruitment Intern will be involved in every stage of the recruitment process—from promoting AmeriCorps opportunities and communicating with applicants to tracking recruitment data and representing the program at community events. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build professional skills while contributing to a program that connects individuals with meaningful service opportunities throughout Central Iowa.
Under direct supervision of the Polk County Conservation AmeriCorps Program Coordinator, the intern assists in performing duties as assigned in accordance with the student’s educational program and the needs of the Polk County Conservation AmeriCorps Program; and to perform related duties as assigned. The intern will assist in varied assignments such as technical/professional work, research, analysis, and other duties centered around recruitment.
Schedule & Flexibility
This position offers a flexible schedule of up to 16 hours per week between October 2026 and March 2027. The AmeriCorps Program Coordinator will arrange scheduling to accommodate the intern's availability and program recruitment needs. Some in-person recruitment events may take place outside of traditional weekday business hours, including occasional evenings or weekends.
What You'll Gain in Experience
- Recruitment and applicant screening
- Nonprofit program administration
- Community outreach and engagement
- Professional communication
- Data tracking and organization
- Public engagement
Position Duties
- Performs routine work pertinent to the subject area to which assigned such as administration, natural resources, environmental education, community outreach, parks advocacy, parks planning, construction and maintenance, equestrian, and leisure services.
- Specific work assignments depend on the terms of the student’s educationalprogram and the unit to which the student is assigned. Examples of work to be performed in each division or area include:
- Administration- data entry; meeting attendance and documentation; correspondence development; operating office equipment andcomputer software
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Some specific duties related to this internship are as follows, but not limited to:
- Promote AmeriCorps positions through job boards, online recruitment platforms, and community networks events.
- Monitor the program's recruitment inbox and communicate with prospective applicants.
- Conduct initial phone calls to discuss applicant eligibility, service opportunities, and next steps.
- Connect qualified applicants with appropriate hiring managers.
- Maintain accurate applicant and recruitment data using spreadsheets.
- Create member recruitment flyers, digital materials, and other applicant resources.
- Attend career fairs, college events, community events, and other in-person recruitment opportunities.
- Build relationships with community organizations, schools, and other potential recruitment partners.
- Assist with recruitment planning, scheduling, outreach, and other program activities.
- Work closely with the AmeriCorps Program Coordinator throughout the recruitment season to achieve enrollment goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of the concepts of the field to which the internship applies. Ability to professionally communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to apply knowledge gained through formal education to situations encountered in the work setting.
- Ability to operateCounty vehicles computer/software, office equipment, etc. as needed.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Canva, or other recruitment websites is a plus, but is not required.
- Is organized, dependable, and detail oriented.
- Can manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Is comfortable working independently and as part of a small team.
- Can represent the Polk County AmeriCorps Program in a welcoming and professional manner.
- Has an interest in nonprofit work, community engagement, environmental conservation, or public service programs.
Other Qualifications
Enrollment at a post-secondary school in coursework relevant to public service, community engagement, recruitment, social work, nonprofits, business, communications, or environmental-focused programs.SPECIALREQUIREMENTS:
- A criminal background check is required.
- A motor vehicle history check is required.
- A valid State of Iowa driver’s license is required.
Benefits
Click below for a detailed overview of our benefits package.Polk County Employment Benefits
Supplemental Questions
- 01[ED11] Are you a high school graduate with a diploma or an equivalency certificate (GED)?
- Yes
- No
02[WS13] Are you willing to work variable hours, including some evenings, weekends, holidays, or other irregular hours?- Yes
- No
03[D1] Do you currently have a valid Iowa Drivers License?- Yes
- No
04[P3} Do you have the ability to perform work involving the lifting and carrying of materials regularly? [SELECT ALL THAT APPLY]- weighing 50 - 100 pounds
- weighing up to 60 pounds
- weighing up to 50 pounds
- weighing up to 30 pounds
05[M3] We require a cover letter to be attached to your application. Have you attached your cover letter?- Yes
- No
06[M2] We require a resume to be attached to your application. Have you attached your resume?- Yes
- No
07[E24] Are you highly efficient with following Microsoft Office Suite programs? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY- Word
- Excel
- Planner
- OneDrive
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- OneNote
- SharePoint
- Microsoft 365
08[ED12] Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.- High School/GED
- AS/AA
- BA/BS
- Masters
- Doctorate
09[M1] Are you 18 years of age or older?- Yes
- No
10[WS8] How many hours per week are you looking to work?- 5-10 hours
- 10-15 hours
- 15-29 hours
11[WS9] How many hours per week would you like this internship to be?- 10-15 hours
- 15-29 hours
- 30-40 hours
12[D3] Do you have a clean driving record? (Select the option that applies)- Clean Driving Record
- Less than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years
- 3 or more moving violations in the last 3 years
- 1 or more major moving violations in the last year (i.e., OWI, Reckless driving)
- 2 or more major moving violations in the last 5 years (i.e., OWI, Reckless driving)
13[E26] Are you knowledgeable in basic computer use, such as email, typing, using a mouse or touchpad, navigating to and around programs, and troubleshooting?- Yes
- No
Required Question
Agency Information
- Employer
- Polk County
- Address
- 111 Court Avenue Suite 390 Human ResourcesDes Moines, Iowa, 50309
- Phone
- 515-286-3200
- Website
- https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/polkia
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