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Equity & Inclusion Summer Intern

The Minnesota Department of Human Services has paid internship opportunities for college students to explore a rewarding career in public service. Our agency helps provide essential services to Minnesota’s most vulnerable residents. Working with many groups and people to ensure that Minnesota seniors, people with disabilities, children and others meet their basic needs and have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

The Executive Pathways Internship Program focuses on a diverse workforce by developing the talents of students as they prepare for professional employment. Graduate and undergraduate students majoring in public policy, statistics, psychology, social work, law, public health, sociology and other human services-related fields are encouraged to apply and have the opportunity to learn how public policy is developed and implemented in a large and complex government organization.
Through this internship program, students have the chance to be part of many well-publicized and highly visible policy decisions that impact Minnesotans' quality of life.
Each placement is designed to provide in-depth learning opportunities in a state government setting. The Executive Pathways Internship Program is a paid internship program and students will work 30 to 40 hours per week between June to August. Due to the pandemic, all internship positions will be remote. 

Equity & Inclusion Intern

Operations – Equity & Inclusion
DHS is committed to advancing equity both for its staff and for the community members we serve. There are many ways that DHS is seeking to achieve its goals to create a more inclusive environment. The Office of Equity and Inclusion works closely with the DHS Strategic Anti-Racism Team, Employee Resource Groups and Equity Leads to create educational opportunities for staff and to create policies and programs that align with the DHS Equity Policy. The Executive Pathways intern will be an important member of the team, and will use their communications skills and creativity to elevate the antiracism and inclusion work being done in the department. Projects the intern will work on include: Developing a communication strategy to inform and engage DHS staff about equity topics such as the importance of the religious accommodations, gender pronouns, and microaggressions. The intern will create DHS today news stories, videos, webpages or other interventions based on their skills and interests. The intern will also help plan educational events. This includes meeting with staff as well as scheduling speakers and events. In collaboration with others, the intern will lead facilitated discussions around antiracism and inclusion topics to engage staff in further learning and development. The intern will learn to facilitate engaging online workshops, using technology tools, breakout sessions, and activities. This is a great opportunity for someone with an interest in communications, education, or employee engagement. A demonstrated passion for and commitment to antiracism and inclusion is necessary to succeed in this position. The intern will work closely with the Director of Inclusion and Engagement, and will be mentored to develop their own leadership and professional skills.

Preferred Educational Qualifications: Current Undergraduate or Graduate level student

Desired Skills: Experience working within diverse communities, passion for antiracism, proficiency in Microsoft Word, ability to write and communicate in a professional manner, positive attitude, with the ability to think creatively and work collaboratively.


Eligibility and requirements
Applicants must:
  • Be a sophomore, junior or senior in an associate's, bachelors or undergraduate program or be in a graduate program. We also accept students who have graduated from their program within the last year (ex: if you graduated May 2020, you are still eligible to apply for the program in Summer 2021)
  • Be in good academic standing and be able to provide proof of current educational enrollment
  • Have the ability to work in the United States
  • Be available to work (remotely) 30-40 hours per week between June 14 to Aug. 30, 2021
  • Be willing to submit to a background check prior to starting internship.