Calling all high schoolers, college students, and young people — join Mayor Matt's team and be a part of our Mayoral Internship Program! As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to do exciting, meaningful work on our policy, neighborhood outreach, or communications teams. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work with a dynamic team, and make your community a better place, all while adding an incomparable experience to your resume! 

Policy: Are you excited by the inner workings of City Hall and looking for the opportunity to be a catalyst for impactful change? You will help advance Mayor Mahan’s policy priorities by researching policy issues coming before the City Council; analyzing legislation impacting San Jose; developing positive working relationships with Council staff, community organizations, advocacy groups, business leaders, and other government agencies; and attending and representing the Mayor at City-related meetings and other activities.

Neighborhood Outreach: Are you ready to ignite a sense of belonging and empower community voices in one of the nation's most dynamic cities? As an intern with the Neighborhood Outreach team, you'll have the chance to work directly with residents and organizations to help forge strong bonds between the government and our diverse residents. This role will allow you to explore San Jose, give back to the community, and share Mayor Mahan’s message across the city. 

Communications: Are you ready to dive headfirst into the fast-paced world of communications to make a meaningful impact on San Jose? Mayor Mahan’s Office is seeking dynamic and driven Communications Interns to join our team and help shape the narrative of progress and innovation in the capital of Silicon Valley. You will have the important job of responding to constituent concerns, creating eye-catching social media graphics and captions, assisting with the creation and execution of all things digital media, and even helping to draft press releases, talking points, and more! 

Applications for our Winter/Spring cohort are now closed. Stay tuned for our Summer internship application!