Internships

InternshipThe City of Portage Municipal Internship Program introduces a diverse group of students from various academic majors and backgrounds to the public sector and helps to prepare students for the professional workplace. Internships with the City of Portage are most often unpaid opportunities.  However, every year, a few paid internships become available. Internships through the City of Portage are designed to provide students with hands-on experience and training that coincides with academic studies and previous work experience. 


DepartmentAreas of Study DetailsCompensationHow To Apply 
Portage Community Senior Center
(8 to 10 hours per week) 		Aging Studies/Gerontology, Healthcare Services & Science, Interdisciplinary Health Services, Marketing/Public Relations/Communication, Recreation/Event PlanningClick for Details
UnpaidMultiple Positions Available 

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City of Portage/Office of the City Manager 
(Hours vary)
Business Administration, Government/Public Administration, International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy Click for Details
 PaidPosition Filled
Community Development
(Hours TBD)
City Planning, Community Development, Community & Regional Planning, GIS, Urban PlanningInternship opportunities still being developed. 
Please submit an application with resume and internship requirements (if for class credit).		UnpaidPotential Internships Available 

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Parks & Recreation/Cultural Historian 
(Hours vary)
Business Administration, History/Cultural Studies, Recreation/Event Planning, Parks & RecreationClick for DetailsUnpaid1 Internship Available

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Public Safety Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Public Safety Leadership Click for DetailsUnpaidMultiple Positions Available

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Transportation & Utilities
(18 hours per week)
Engineering Click for DetailsPaidPosition Filled