The Kansas Department of Labor’s Internship Program is designed to provide a firsthand understanding of state government, specifically the programs administered by the Department of Labor. Participating in the internship program provides an exciting opportunity to learn from the dedicated staff and agency leadership.
Agency Information: Kansas Department of Labor
The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) assists in the prevention of economic insecurity through unemployment insurance and workers compensation, by providing a fair and efficient venue to exercise employer and employee rights, and by helping employers promote a safe work environment for their employees. This facilitates compliance with labor laws while enabling advancement of the economic well-being of the citizens of Kansas.
At KDOL, our employees are our most valuable resource. We encourage our employees to grow and advance by participating in job shadow/training opportunities within KDOL. We value work-life balance and offer flexible schedules and telework opportunities.
As a quickly growing agency, we are always looking for passionate, talented and creative people to join our team. If you’re looking for a challenge that will lead you to the next level of your career, you’ve found the right place. Come grow with us!
Learn more @ dol.ks.gov

REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate-level degree coursework (degree or in progress is preferred) in law, public administration, public health, social work, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience or academic background in audit, compliance, program evaluation, or performance measurement.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and produce high-quality deliverables.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Pre-Employment Background screening
• State of Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate. The successful applicant (even non-residents) must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue’s website within 10 days of the date the applicant has been offered the employment position. A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual’s account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact (785) 296-3199. Visit the Tax Clearance site for more information on and where to obtain this Kansas Department of Revenue document.

We are excited to build on the successful launch of our internal audit and program evaluation initiative and are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Intern to help us expand and refine this critical work. This opportunity is ideal for a graduate-level professional (MPA, JD, MSW, MPH, etc.) with a strong background in policy analysis, compliance, or public administration who is eager to contribute to an evolving and impactful project.