DCS - Bridges Operations Video Internship

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $16.30 - $30.00 Hourly Department: Department of Community Services (DCS) Job Type: Intern Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): April 08, 2026 The Opportunity: Bridge Operations Video Internship College to County Internship 2026 - Dept of Community Services Pay Rate: $24 per hour Job Type: Temporary College Intern Duration: Summer 2026 - Starting in June - 12 weeks Hours: 20-25 hours a week Telework:Hybrid Building Physical Location: Bridge Shop - 1403 SE Water Ave, 97214 Does This Position Require Driving a County Vehicle? No Eligibility requirements and more details found on our College to County website. What Does the Dept of Community Services Do? The Department of Community Services, or DCS, is a trusted partner helping to create thriving and inclusive communities. Equity and safety are our guiding principles. Our four divisions include: Animal Services, Elections, Land Use Planning and Transportation. Our mission is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard. This internship will be in our Transportation Division. Multnomah County Transportation Division manages and maintains nearly 270 miles of roadway serving the cities of Fairview, Troutdale, and Wood Village, as well as unincorporated areas including Sauvie Island, the West Hills and the Corbett area. The division also maintains six Willamette River bridges and critical infrastructure. Our work spans six core programs: Transportation Planning and Development, Road Engineering, Road Maintenance, Bridge Engineering, Bridge Maintenance, and Survey. Internship Description & Responsibilities: Working under the direction of Bridge Operations staff, the intern will create a 3-4 minute short film about the history of county bridge operators. They will use existing photos and videos as well as create more media as needed. They will help tell the story of the people who have operated our historic bridges. Learning Outcomes: Internships are inherently learning experiences for students and a description of the expected learning outcomes shows candidates how they will benefit from the experience. The intern will gain hands-on experience in storyboarding, creating a short film, and digital media production. Minimum Qualifications and Education : Candidates should have completed within one year or enrolled in a college/university academic institution.. College to County Program Eligibility Website Promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values (Link to Equity and Empowerment Lens) Strong understanding of video production techniques, including filming, lighting, audio recording, and editing. Experience using mobile devices for video capture and video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and i Movie. Story boarding and content design. Working knowledge of Google Drive. Ability to capture compelling visuals and tell engaging stories through video. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong time management skills and ability to work independently. In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials. Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions? Recruiter: Cole Whitehurst Email: Phone: +1 (971) 2713709 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Job Profile: 8007 - College Intern

Created: 2026-03-11