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Job Description
Definition and Class Characteristics
I NTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 10, 2025.
The County of Nevada, Office of Emergency Services is offering TWO internship opportunities in partnership with the Nevada Joint Union High School District. Students enrolled in the CTE program are welcome to apply!
Time Commitment: 3 to 6 hours a week with flexible days, Monday through Friday. The position may require occasional after-hours or weekend work for outreach events.
The Opportunities:
The Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) invites youth ages 14-18 to apply for an exciting opportunity as a paid student intern! This temporary position will be with the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services located in the County Eric Rood Administrative Building and will report directly to the Nevada County Wildfire Coordinator. The duration of the position is early October 2025 - early June 2026 (school year).
The Nevada County Office of Emergency Services is responsible for helping the community be prepared for disasters such as wildfires and winter storms. Under the supervision of OES staff, the student intern will help OES implement the 2024/2025 Disaster Engagement Strategy so that all members of the Nevada County community are prepared for emergency events.
Opportunity 1:
During the internship, the selected applicant will work with OES and County staff to help design and develop multiple education campaigns for emergency preparedness such as Ready Nevada County, Youth Preparedness, Ready, Set, Snow! and River Safety. The intern will also implement summer preparedness education campaigns and events developed by the previous OES 2024/2025 Youth Emergency Preparedness Intern. The intern will be introduced to a variety of professional experts and be exposed to career-building opportunities such as public relations, marketing and event planning, policy development, community engagement, and outreach initiatives. The intern will be paired with OES and County staff to job shadow and contribute to the deployment of the 2024/2025 Disaster Engagement Strategy. This student internship provides teens with an opportunity to develop workforce readiness skills, learn about emergency preparedness, and navigate the hiring process which will benefit them with future job applications.
Examples of Duties:
Examples of the types of work to be performed include but are not limited to the following primary assignments:- Assist with implementing the 2024/2025 Disaster Engagement Strategy by researching engagement strategies for new outreach initiatives and inventorying current engagement efforts.
- Assist with designing and creating new outreach materials such as flyers, social media posts, press releases, and swag.
- Assist OES staff with various events such as Firewise Community events and markets.
- Complete a Capstone Project consisting of producing an outreach event including event planning, coordinating supplies, creating marking materials, and other related event planning tasks.
- Ideal candidates should have strong organizational skills and experience with conducting general research.
- Able to share feedback and ideas and feel comfortable with public speaking to a variety of audiences.
- Experience with creating presentations and reports.
- Enthusiastic about working with the community and able to work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Students will be expected to communicate scheduling needs clearly.
Opportunity 2:
During the internship, the selected applicant will work with OES and County staff to help support community mitigation projects, public outreach, and education campaigns for wildfire mitigation such as defensible space, fuel reduction, and more. The intern will also collaborate with the OES Youth Emergency Preparedness Outreach Intern on youth preparedness messaging. The intern will be introduced to a variety of professional experts and be exposed to career-building opportunities such as public relations, defensible space, wildfire mitigation, grant projects, policy development, community engagement, and outreach initiatives. The intern will be paired with OES and County staff to job-shadow and contribute to the deployment of the 2025/2026 Disaster Engagement Strategy. This student internship provides teens with an opportunity to develop workforce readiness skills, learn about emergency preparedness, and navigate the hiring process which will benefit them with future job applications.
Examples of Duties:
Examples of the types of work to be performed include but are not limited to the following primary assignments:- Assist with completing pre- and post-defensible space inspections.
- Assist defensible space inspectors and OES staff with photo documentation of completed work.
- Assist with community education around various wildfire mitigation projects.
- Assist OES staff with various events such as Firewise Community events and markets.
- Collaborate with the OES Outreach Intern on youth education.
- Complete a Capstone Project consisting of producing youth-oriented wildfire mitigation guide.
Knowledge and Skills Required:- Ideal candidates should have strong organizational skills and experience with conducting general research.
- Able to share feedback and ideas and feel comfortable with public speaking to a variety of audiences.
- Experience with creating presentations and reports.
- Enthusiastic about working with the community and able to work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Students will be expected to communicate scheduling needs clearly.
For Both Opportunities :
Please visit ReadyNevadaCounty.org to learn more about the Office of Emergency Services!
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform job function, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Education and Experience Required:- Previous work experience is not required
Other employment requirements:- 14-18 years of age with the ability to secure a work permit and be enrolled in high school with guardian-signed approval.
- If 18, must consent to fingerprinting and be enrolled in high school for the 2025-2026 school year.
Closing Date/Time: 10/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Nevada
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Nestled into the western slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Nevada County is known as the heart of the “Gold Country.” Nevada County is known to provide its residents with a great quality of life.
The economy is well supported by a wide array of industries, including manufacturing, retail, technology, agriculture, construction and health services.
Nevada County has an above-average high school graduation rate, accessibility to traditional, charter and private schools, and higher-level education at two local Sierra College campuses.
Infrastructure projects such as the broadband initiative and library technology center offer opportunities for viable expansion while maintaining a small-town feel. The Gold Country is often a recommended tourist destination and stands out for its rich history, museums, and quaint Victorian architecture coupled with an assortment of outdoor, arts, and cultural activities offered yearround.
Residents and visitors enjoy Nevada County’s historic foothill towns nestled amidst pristine rivers, picturesque forests and the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Nevada County offers a rural, small-town lifestyle, while still being located within a convenient distance from urban centers in Sacramento, the Bay Area and Reno.
Weather:
The weather of Nevada County is another valued feature of the area. Residents enjoy a long, warm sunny season while experiencing color changes in the fall with cool, occasionally snowy winters. Summer temperatures are typically mild, with average highs near 85 degrees in July. Rain in January typically averages ten inches per year and the highest elevations receive an annual average of 206 inches of snow.
Recreation:
Scenic trails, alpine lakes, the Yuba River and the Sierra Nevada Mountains all support numerous recreation activities, including skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting and backpacking. With a calendar packed with street fairs, festivals, art exhibits, local theater and children’s activities, visitors and locals can experience small-town life without having to forgo indulgence in pleasures more typical of an urban setting.
Arts and Culture:
Nevada County is a creative hotspot in the Sierra Nevada, offering an array of experiences, including concerts, film festivals, street fairs, dance performances, poetry readings, studio tours and galleries. The county also has numerous venues for performing arts, many of which are historic settings. The arts have a large economic impact, which has become a vital component to life in Nevada County.
We strive to be an employer of choice through active engagement with employees, development of programs that both support employees and align with Board of Supervisors' strategy, and the creation of a culture that fosters innovation.
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