The Division of Emergency Management is looking for an Emergency Preparedness Student Intern to join our team for the Fall 2026 semester!
Time Commitment: Work a minimum of 12 hours per week and 4 hours per scheduled workday through the stated specific end date; maximum of 30 hours per week; varied days and hours of Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with some weekends and evenings; maximum total of 240 hours over the course of the semester; non-exempt; part-time; no-benefits
Frederick County Government supports more than 300,000 people across the largest county by land area in Maryland. As the fastest-growing county in the entire state, we rely on a diverse workforce spanning skilled trades, technical roles, professional positions, public safety, and more. Every division and office plays an essential role in keeping Frederick County running smoothly and helping the community thrive. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, explore the many career paths available in local government. Your work can help shape the future of Frederick County.
By offering hands-on career exploration designed to bridge academic learning with real-world experience, our internships allow students the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a professional setting, gain valuable insight into the operations of local government, and explore public service career paths. Participants build meaningful professional connections, contribute to impactful projects, and discover how local government plays a vital role in serving the community.
Individuals seeking to earn academic credit through this internship are responsible for coordinating with their academic institution to ensure the experience meets all required criteria.
INTERNSHIP DETAILS:
The Division of Emergency Management is offering an internship that provides hands-on experience in developing, refining, and maintaining specialized plans that support Frederick County’s all-hazards emergency management program. As an intern, you will contribute directly to the County’s preparedness and resilience efforts by assisting in the creation of plans that guide coordinated responses to disasters, emergencies, and critical incidents.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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Enrolled in a college or university pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Fire Science, Public Administration, or a closely related field
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Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 or higher. A college transcript is required as evidence of GPA. A copy of an unofficial transcript will be accepted
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:
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Knowledge of Frederick County geography and surrounding areas
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Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to compile, prepare and present clear, concise and accurate reports, forms, letters, and record
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Strong collaborative and teamwork skills
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Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
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Ability to effectively organize work, establish priorities, manage time effectively and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
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Ability to be flexible, act as a team player and provide quality internal and external customer service
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Ability to solve problems and to develop solutions and strategies
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Ability to research and provide data
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Ability to exercise sound technical judgment in the performance of assigned duties
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Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, business representatives, and members of the public
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Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and email software (e.g. MS Office Suite)
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
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Emergency Management experience or coursework
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Experience in fire, ambulance, or police services
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Experience in word processing, computerized spreadsheets, page layout, presentation, and other programs
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
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While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit and perform repetitive motions; occasionally walk; rarely climb, stoop, crawl, lift up to 20 pounds, lift between 20-50 pounds, push up to 40 pounds, pull up to 40 pounds, reach or drive
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While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; rarely work outdoors, walk on uneven ground, hot temperatures above 100 degrees, cold temperatures below 32 degrees, dirty environments, dusty environments, noisy environments or near machinery
