Project Management Intern

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For submitted application inquiries please contact careers@milwaukeecountywi.gov. Please note: an online application must be submitted for consideration.

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Closing Date: February 13^th, 2026, or upon receipt of the first 50 applicant submissions

Project Management Intern

Office of Strategy, Budget, and Performance

Hourly Pay Rate: $14.17 - $21.25

Job Summary: The Project Management Intern will advance the work of the Project Management Office, Strategy, and Budget units by providing administrative, operation, projects, communication, and engagement support. This position will also support countywide efforts in performance measurement, program management, and research analysis. The Intern position exists to create opportunities for individuals to build the skills needed to be successful in a professional career, to foster a continued sense of public service within their communities, and to provide meaningful pathways to public sector careers for students.

The Office of Strategy, Budget, and Performance is hiring three interns to join their team to support the Milwaukee County Youth Commission or Performance Measurement.

Job Duties:

• Support initiatives and projects including conducting research for Milwaukee County programs and services, performing data entry and analysis, as well as tracking project timelines and deliverables using project management tools. Coordinate meetings including preparing agendas, presentations, and materials, note-taking, and following-up on action items. Assist with managing databases and tracking systems that support performance measurement, assist with program management, and support the Strategy & Budget Performance (SBP) priorities and initiatives.
• Support communication efforts including drafting materials such as proposals, promotional materials, reports, presentations, social media content, newsletters, and stakeholder communications. Assist with internal and external engagement and event coordination including planning, logistics, and stakeholder outreach.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure efficient workflows. This includes organizing and maintaining files and systems, documenting initiatives, as well as assisting with other administrative tasks as assigned based on SBP priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Authorized to work in the United States
• High School Diploma
• Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets. (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Milwaukee County Youth Commission Program Alumni
• Experience or interest in areas related to political science, public administration, economics, urban studies, journalism, public relations, project management, research, and/or communications.

Required Skills and Abilities: The ability to lift/carry and push/pull up to 25 lbs. Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Write routine reports, correspondence, and speak effectively before both internal and external groups. Establish, organize and maintain files, document management and data base searches. Work effectively and harmoniously with Internal and external groups.

NOTE: This position is unclassified and not subject to Civil Service Rules and Regulations. This original application is open to qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.