Mayor’s Internship Program – Summer 2026

Position Summary 

The Mayor’s Internship Program (MIP) is a ten-week paid internship beginning June 8, 2026, and ending August 14, 2026. The candidate must also be available to work for the duration of the internship program (MIP will, on a case-by-case basis, consider limited exceptions for applicants with exigent circumstances). 

The MIP consists of three main components: 

• Work assignment: placement in a single department completely substantive work assignments under the guidance of a City of Philadelphia leader or area expert. 

• Professional Development Sessions: On select Fridays, interns participate in a series of workshops designed to strengthen both their professional confidence and workplace readiness. Each session builds on the next — beginning with self-awareness and values, moving through communication and collaboration, and culminating in networking, career preparation, and reflection. Through interactive learning, guest speakers, and practical tools, interns explore topics like teamwork, leadership, resume and interview skills, and navigating professional spaces while staying grounded in their identity. By the end of the program, interns leave with the confidence, connections, and clarity to take the next step in their career pathways. 

• Capstone Projects: an interdepartmental issue that a group of interns is assigned to analyze and develop strategies to address. 

• Bonus: Interns are invited to participate in the “My Philly Summer” program with Campus Philly. This program engages interns working across various businesses in Philadelphia over the summer of fun, thought-provoking, and free networking events throughout the summer. 

There will also be potential for occasional after-hours social and networking events for Mayor’s Interns to attend, but such events are not mandatory and by availability provided.  

Essential Functions 

Mayor’s Interns work on projects and tasks providing research, administrative, and staff assistance to City managers. Past interns have assisted City staff in various functions such as: 

• Research and Data Analysis 

• Drafting Presentations, Reports, and Communications Materials 

• Financial Review and Analysis Support 

• Program Planning and Improvement 

• Organizational and Administrative Support 

• Event Coordination and Logistics Support 

• Stakeholder and Community Engagement Support 

• Data Entry and Records Management 

• Process Documentation and Workflow Improvement 

• Team Collaboration and Project Support 

Summer interns come from across the country and represent a wide range of colleges, graduate programs, and majors. Mayor’s Interns have helped complete grant applications, compile and analyze financial data, develop training and policy manuals, improve constituent relations, and plan and implement key City events across various departments and agencies. Examples of past participating departments include: 

• Mayor’s Office 

• Office of Information and Technology 

• Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity 

• Mayor's Office of Education 

• Prisons - Operations -Sustainability 

• Office of the Chief Integrity Officer 

• Office of Immigrant Affairs 

• Office of Emergency Management 

• Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services 

• And more! 

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 

• Strong oral and written communication 

Work-Life 

Interns will work between 25 and 37.5 hours each week, depending on their department’s needs. Most of your time will be spent with your host department from Monday through Thursday. Fridays alternate each week—one week you’ll join the Chief Administrative Office for Professional Growth sessions, and the next week you’ll work with your department. 

Professional Growth Fridays are a key part of the experience and include group projects, workshops, guest speakers, and tours around the city.