Emergency Management Coordinator Intern

About the role

Are you an Emergency Management graduate or undergraduate student with a proven ability to maintain composure in high-pressure situations? Do you excel in preparing for the worst while hoping for the best? If so, we invite you to apply for our Emergency Management Intern position. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to develop comprehensive plans for preparedness, response, and recovery from extraordinary emergencies. Join our team and contribute to creating safer, more resilient communities in Maricopa County. This position requires the employee in office/field or customer facing for all hours worked. Are you ready to help your community prepare for a large-scale emergency and keep our County safe? We are looking for motivated individuals to rise to the occasion! Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management prepares for, responds to, and recovers from large-scale community disasters. Security Services is a division within the Emergency Management Department that provides specialized armed security services and executive protection to our County leaders and ensures the safety of County facilities and property. Some of our partners include local and state governments, industry leaders, universities, and community organizations active in disasters. A few of our unique programs include Securing the Cities (STC), a preventative radiological and nuclear detection program that partners with law enforcement agencies and fire departments to enhance their radiation detection capabilities by providing equipment, training, and plan development support. Also, we are responsible for off-site planning for the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station. Our department embraces cutting-edge technologies and innovative partnerships to bring unique solutions to complicated problems. Join our team to continue our efforts to keep our residents safe! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Current graduate student or undergraduate junior or senior in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Public Health, or another related program Other Requirements Completion of FEMA IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400 or the ability to complete within one month of the hire date Able to work on-site at 1325 N Fiesta Blvd in Gilbert from July to December 2026 Job Contributions Assist Emergency Management Coordinators (EMCs) in developing emergency response plans and procedures Assist EMCs in developing, planning, conducting, and evaluating emergency exercises and drills Assist the Department's Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program by coordinating county response efforts for incidents at the Palo Verde Generating Station Attend emergency management trainings and other formal educational classes regionally Assist in the implementation and management of the Securing the Cities program Engage in emergency response operations at the County Emergency Operations Center during exercises and real-world activations, as needed Support community all-hazards education and public outreach to spread awareness of emergency preparedness topics Working Conditions Exerting 20-25 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.