Fire Internship - Summer 2024

Salary: $15.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Location : FL 33065, FL
Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Job Number: 202401431
Department: Fire Department
Division: Administration - FD
Opening Date: 02/06/2024
Closing Date: 3/6/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Coral Springs Parkland Fire Department has a diverse work force who are Committed to providing the highest level of professional service to our citizens, businesses, and the visitors we serve. Part of this commitment is to provide outreach to universities in order for students to observe general operations of the department. Our collegian internship program is designed to allow college participants an opportunity to observe our fire department, learn about different careers within the fire service, and mentor with trained professionals. The Fire Department will aid selected Interns obtaining college credits.
Examples of Duties
Interns will be exposed to multiple area within the Fire Department to gain insight into how each department plays a necessary part in our mission to preserve life and property through emergency medical services, fire suppression, risk reduction, public education, and community partnerships. A typical internship will include exposure to Fire Administration, Community Risk Reduction, Public Education, Emergency Medical Services, Training, Logistics and the Coral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety, however, assignments are contingent on operational demands at the time of the internship.
ScheduleThe Coral Springs Parkland Fire Department Internship program is designed to create an opportunity for students to have meaningful work experiences that tie to their programs of study. The program is an 8-week paid internship during the 2024 summer semester. Students must be available to intern from June 17 - August 9, 2024. The hours for each intern will be established by the unit supervisor in collaboration with the intern so that any other school requirements are not impacted.
Compensation
Interns will be compensated as follows:
Undergraduate Students: $15.00 / hour
Graduate Students: $18.00 / hour
Academic credit can be earned in addition to compensation above but is not required to participate in the internship.
Typical Qualifications
Applicants must:

1. Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior class standing or Graduate student as of the start of Summer 2024 semester.
2. Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
3. Provide their most recent official transcripts (will be requested at a later time)
4. Possess a valid state driver's license.
5. No significant traffic violations, or criminal activity in background.
6. Have not used any drugs (including steroids) without a doctor's prescription or any illegal drugs within 24 months of the date of the application.

Supplemental Information
EXAMINATION PROCESS:
The following includes all steps required to process for the position. Continuing to the next step of the process is contingent upon successfully completing the previous step. Candidates can be dismissed at any point throughout the consideration process. Communication regarding scheduling and updates will be posted to your governmentjobs.com account, please check your account regularly.

1. Apply via our online application
2. Application review
3. Formal Interview
4. Computerized Voice Stress Analysis Examination and Fingerprints
5. Extensive Background Investigation
6. Post-Offer Drug Test

Successful applicants notified by Human Resources. The Interns will be directed to report to the Deputy Chief of Administration or their designee for orientation and assignment. The Coral Springs Parkland Fire Department is firmly committed to offering an equitable, drug-free work environment. We do not discriminate in any employment related decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or other similar factors that are not job-related. This commitment is practiced in all aspects of our personnel policies, programs, practices, recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention and other related activities. When requested, the Coral Springs Parkland Fire Department will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Unit at if special assistance is needed.
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Please tell us your class standing as of the end of the Spring 2024 semester:
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Please list your major area of study:
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Are you available to intern from June 17 - August 9, 2024?

• Yes
• No

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Have you used ANY drugs (including steroids) without a doctor's prescription or ANY illegal drugs within 24 months of the date of this application?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered YES to the question above, list month/year, type of drug and number of times.
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Do you have any tattoos on your neck, face or hands?

• Yes
• No

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Any accidental or intentional omission of prior employment experience or information relatingto termination, voluntary resignation or discipline associated with current or prior employmentwill be cause for automatic dismissal from the consideration process and if already hired,immediate termination. Have you reviewed your responses on this document to ensure they arehonest and accurate?

• Yes
• No

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