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The Mayor’s Fellows program provides both undergraduate and graduate-level students the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of how a high-energy local government office operates. This program caters to students satisfying class credit, fulfilling internship requirements, or those simply wishing to gain experience working in public service, the community, and the governmental arena.

Due to COVID-19 precautions, some portions or functions of the Winter-Spring 2022 Fellowship may be conducted virtually, however at this time most functions and activities will remain as in-person engagements. PPE facemasks are required when working in or attending functions at Columbia City Hall or other City office buildings.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include assisting staff with research in various areas that may affect departments/agencies within the City of Columbia, helping with special projects and assisting with various office tasks. Fellows work closely with staff to identify best practices. City of Columbia’s office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Selected students will be asked to dedicate ten to twenty hours per week to the fellowship program. Professional attire is required for all Mayor’s Fellows.

Who May Apply

While the Mayor’s Fellows program is open to all students, the Fellows must be display a level of professionalism and responsibility

If you are interested in this program, please apply immediately.

How to Apply

Application process is CLOSED for Summer 2022!

The attached application, along with a resume and list of references, should be completed and emailed to Joseph.Bowers@columbiasc.gov, or mailed to:

Office of Mayor Rickenmann
Attn: The Mayor’s Fellows
1737 Main Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Should you have any questions regarding the internship program or application, please contact Joe Bowers at Joseph.Bowers@columbiasc.gov, or (803) 545-3075 .

*In an effort to conserve paper, if you are able, please email the completed application.

***Please note that this is an unpaid internship program.***

Application (Google Form)

Application (Word Document)