The Kentucky Personnel Cabinet is now accepting applications for the inaugural Team Kentucky Internship Program, an exclusive opportunity for college students considering a career in public service.
“It is imperative that we invest in the next generation of public servants in the commonwealth and engage them in what opportunities are available within state government,” said Gov. Beshear. “This opportunity will give them a glimpse into how the Executive Branch operates while also allowing them to form a professional network with mentors and state officials.”
During the program, participants will partake in professional development workshops and will contribute to meaningful work within each of the Executive Branch cabinets. This is a paid internship, and participants will be able to leave this program with resume-enhancing job experience.
Team Kentucky interns who successfully complete the requirements, including the 300 working hours throughout the duration of the program, will also be eligible to receive interview preference for future employment within the Executive Branch.
“My interest in state government started when I began working for the state as an intern almost 30 years ago,” said Secretary of the Personnel Cabinet Mary Elizabeth Bailey. “Because of my own journey in state government, I am passionate about engaging Kentuckians of all ages and backgrounds in our workforce, showing them the incredible opportunities that await them and the potential that they have through pursuing a career in public service.”
Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited Kentucky post-secondary school or other educational institution approved by the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet and be in good standing with the school with at least a 2.5 grade point average at the time of hire.
High school students who are enrolled in college-level courses with a 2.5 GPA may also qualify and apply to participate in the program.
Interested students can apply today. To learn more about this program and to submit your application, visit TeamKYIntern.ky.gov.
Both the expanded benefit and internship program will be paid for within the existing Executive Branch budget.
There are many career paths available to those interested in state government employment. Within the Executive Branch, there are over 1,100 job classifications among 30,000 employees in ranging fields of interest.
This includes jobs such as nurses, attorneys, highway technicians, environmental scientists, chaplains, park rangers, and so many more.
To browse all current career opportunities, visit careers.ky.gov.
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