Description
Are you ready to take your first big step toward a rewarding career? The City of Saint Paul is excited to introduce the Right Track Scholars Program, an incredible opportunity for young people to gain real-world work experience, develop critical professional skills, and help shape the future of public service in our community. This 10-week paid internship program offers hands-on experience in the public sector while connecting participants to a cohort of like-minded peers and transformative training opportunities.
Right Track Scholars Program Details:
- Duration: June 1 – August 7, 2026 (10 weeks)
- Schedule: 38 hours/week, Monday–Friday (8:00 am–5:30 pm), with some evening/weekend opportunities depending on placement.
Structure: o Weekly professional development sessions focused on skill-building.
- A kickoff event to start your journey and celebrate your role as a Right Track Scholar.
- Placements assigned by the Right Track Team in various city or county departments.
To learn more and find frequently asked questions, please see our Right Track Scholars information page. https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/right-track/youth/yjpro/right-track-scholars
Responsibilities
What you can expect to do as a Right Track Scholar:
- Contribute to high-level projects within a City of Saint Paul or Ramsey County department.
- Build essential workplace skills such as communication, equity and inclusion practices, and public speaking.
- Participate in weekly professional development sessions with a supportive peer cohort.
- Explore diverse career pathways in public service and expand your professional network.
- Earn a competitive wage while gaining hands-on experience in a meaningful role.
Qualifications
Position Requirements
- Must be 18 years old and no older than 24 years old by June 1, 2025.
- Must be enrolled and have completed one year in a post-secondary institution by June 1, 2025.
- Must live in Ramsey County.
- Meet household income criteria OR have a barrier to employment (more details on the application)
City of Saint Paul
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55101
US
