Contracts and Procurement Intern

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First Review of Applications

: January 21, 2022 - Open until filled

Expected Start Date:

February 2022

Role

If you are a student or recent graduate, a paid internship at SANDAG is a great way to launch a career at a public agency. The agency is always working on interesting and challenging projects and our managers are dedicated to sharing these experiences and mentoring the next generation of professionals in the industry. This intern role will be in the Contract Division, which works to advise and assist project managers when procuring consultant or contractor services to implement their planning, research, construction, technology, and operations projects and services.

The experience is substantive. If selected for an internship, you would be fully integrated into your team and given project responsibilities that are both learning opportunities and a chance for you to contribute to the overall success of the agency. You will enhance your technical knowledge in your chosen field and refine your abilities to collaborate, contribute to high-performing teams, and communicate – skills that are the essence of a successful professional! Work will be performed at SANDAG offices located at 401 B Street, in downtown San Diego. This is not a remote position.

Overview of the Contracts & Procurement Division

SANDAG is the regional agency that connects people, places, and innovative ideas by implementing solutions with our unique and diverse communities. SANDAG Contracts Division staff carries out and coordinates the acquisition of millions of dollars of goods, equipment, construction services, and professional services each year through the preparation of solicitation and contracting documents. Contracts staff provide advice on procurement and contracting to project managers and oversee various procurement activities and services. The Contracts Division is responsible for providing the framework, guidance, and expertise to ensure SANDAG contracts are awarded in an open, fair, and competitive manner. The Contracts Division is part of the Contracts & Grants Department, which has 32 employees.

Job Responsibilities

With guidance and mentoring from senior staff, this position will provide a “hands-on” learning experience in government contracts and procurement. Examples of intern responsibilities include:

▪ Filing, data entry, and recordkeeping tasks using online databases.

▪ Develop reports and contract closeout documentation.

▪ Work with SANDAG consultants to process their requests to aadd personnel or subconsultants.

▪ Assist with maintaining consultant rate schedules and records used for tracking use of small and disadvantaged businesses.

▪ Prepare drafts of procurement and contract documents.

▪ Ongoing team support on a variety of special projects, initiatives, and programs.

▪ Assist with preparing progress reports and communicating with project managers in the agency.

Experience and Qualifications

SANDAG employees are known for their commitment to excellence and passion for the work they do. We look for the same qualities in interns. To be most successful in this position, our ideal candidate would have the following education, experience, and attributes:

▪ Graduate or undergraduate level coursework in business, finance, public administration, engineering, planning, or a related field.

▪ Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and work on several projects simultaneously.

▪ Computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

▪ Ability to perform a range of administrative support services and maintain accurate records.

▪ Ability to communicate with various audiences using exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

▪ Willingness to perform a variety of tasks typical of entry-level analyst position.

▪ Ability to complete assignments that involve researching, analyzing, and synthesizing information into written summaries, reports, or recommendations.

Hours, Pay, and Perks

Beginning January 3, 2022, undergraduate-level interns will be paid $18 per hour; interns with a bachelor’s degree or higher will be paid $21 per hour.

Interns also receive pro-rated holiday pay, paid sick leave, and a regional transit pass. These internships are offered as one-year positions, working approximately 25-29 hours per week. The term may be extended for an additional year under certain qualifying conditions. The work is primarily performed during normal business hours; a specific schedule will be determined between the intern and supervisor.

Careers at SANDAG

A job at SANDAG is guaranteed to engage your mind, expand your skills, and enhance your professional development. We are committed to hiring talented individuals who are dedicated to working on important issues and enthusiastic about making significant contributions that improve the lives of people in the San Diego region.

Smart, hardworking candidates that want to work in the public sector as a career choice are highly desirable. We are very interested in keeping a diversity among our interns. All candidates are welcome.

How to Apply

We encourage interested candidates to apply for this position by completing a SANDAG

Employment Application

and cover letter describing how the internship would contribute to your career goals. Resumes, and work samples may be submitted but are not a substitute for the Application. The Employment Application can be downloaded from the SANDAG website.

Submit your completed Employment Application to

susana.tello@sandag.org

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), SANDAG will accommodate persons who require assistance in order to apply for a position at SANDAG. Applicants requiring an accommodation due to a disability during any stage of the recruitment and selection process, including requesting this document and related application materials in an alternative format, should make their needs known by contacting Human Resources at hr@sandag.org

, (619) 699-1900, (619) 699-1904 (TTY), or fax (619) 699-6905.

Further Information

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, applicants hired by SANDAG must show acceptable proof of identity and evidence of authorization to work in the United States.

The selected candidate can anticipate a driving record check upon hire, and approximately annually thereafter. The results of the check may determine whether the selected candidate will be permitted to drive for SANDAG business.

SANDAG requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 within 45 days of hire; reasonable accommodation requests will be considered.

The candidate selected for this position will be expected to work in-person in the San Diego office.

Contact Us

401 B Street, Suite 800, San Diego, CA 92101-4231

(619) 699-1900 | TTY/TDD: (888) 722-4889

sandag.org

hr@sandag.org

SANDAG is an equal opportunity employer

Company info

SANDAG.
Phone : (619) 699-1900
Fax : (619) 699-1905
Website : http://sandag.org