Job Posting: Student Intern

Introduction

Placer County includes more than 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography. It spans the residential and commercial communities of South Placer to the county’s crown jewel in the North Lake Tahoe basin. The county also encompasses the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax.

It is an exceptional environment in which to live, work, play, and learn. For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov.

POSITION INFORMATION

Review the Student Intern classification to view the full job description.

Placer County is seeking currently enrolled college students and recent graduates (within one year of graduation) who are interested in being considered for Student Intern assignments.

Internships are an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge and develop practical skills that complement your major coursework.

Requirements:

1. Current College/University Students

Student must be enrolled in an accredited college or university program.
Student must submit proof of continuing enrollment (current class schedule, unofficial transcripts, etc.) with their application.

2. Recent College Graduate – up to 1 year after graduation

Recent graduates must submit proof of graduation (diploma, unofficial transcripts, etc.) with their application.

To apply for an internship:

Complete the application and supplemental questionnaire, indicating the departments you are interested in being considered for, and outlining your internship goals.

Submit your resume and proof of eligibility (such as unofficial transcripts, current class schedule, or enrollment confirmation) with your application.

A student internship is unclassified and considered extra-help/temporary.

This is the general Student Intern recruitment, utilized by all participating County departments. Opportunities may be available in the following departments:

Agriculture, Parks & Natural Resources
Air Pollution Control District
Assessor's Office
Auditor-Controller
Child Support Services
Clerk-Recorder
Community Development Resource Agency
County Executive Office
District Attorney's Office

General Services
Health and Human Services
Human Resources
Information Technology Services
LAFCO (Local Agency Formation Commission)
Library
Public Works
Sheriff's Office
WPWMA (Western Placer Waste Management Authority)

This continuous recruitment will remain open for the calendar year, or until the final filing date, whichever occurs first.

To be included in the first round of application screening, submit your application by Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Following this date, applications will be screened on a regular basis.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a credit check, voice stress analysis, and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that unlawful harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of the following characteristics: gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits associated with race, which include, but are not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, primary language, immigration status, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, the person’s use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or any combination of two or more characteristics stated herein. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation.

Conclusion

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Andrea Marthaler, Administrative Technician, at amarthaler@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4664.

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet.
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire.	This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.