2026 Mayoral Fellowship Program
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2026 Mayoral Fellowship Program
Salary
$16.00 - $22.00 Hourly
Location
Michigan, MI
Job Type
Special Service-Temp Seasonal (usually fulltime)
Job Number
20263830320MFP
Department
Human Resources Dept
Opening Date
01/27/2026
Bargaining Unit
0500
Description
Benefits
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Description
The Mayoral Fellowship Program is a premier opportunity for engaged, motivated, and civic-minded graduate/undergraduate students from all disciplines to apply their coursework to one of the greatest municipalities in the world: the City of Detroit.
Interns will serve the people of Detroit by supporting policy, communications, and public engagement initiatives within the city government. By working hand-in-hand with senior staff across many different City of Detroit departments and sister agencies throughout the city, interns will offer recommendations and possibly implement programs that improve the lives of Detroit's 673,000 residents. This unique opportunity to work with current decision makers and assist in the implementation of strategy will distinguish you and your skillset to any future employer.
Examples of Duties
Interns are placed in a City department based on their stated experience, background and suitability for a specific project or office.
Interns work under the direct supervision of a department mentor on high-impact projects designed to improve the quality of life for Detroit residents.
Interns will have the opportunity to participate in our lunch and learn speaker series, which will give them an opportunity to be exposed to both private and public sector leaders.
Daily responsibilities will vary by position. Regardless of placement, interns are guaranteed to be exposed to varied responsibilities within their role.
Department Descriptions
The Department of Public Works (DPW) is committed to enhancing our city's well-being by providing essential environmental and infrastructure services, such as overseeing solid waste collection, promoting citywide recycling, addressing illegal dumping, and maintaining streets and alleys, s now and ice removal, sidewalk maintenance, and the establishment of traffic control systems.
The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) is the largest public transit provider in Michigan that serves the city of Detroit, surrounding suburbs, and neighboring cities, including Highland Park and Hamtramck.
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer is a centralized financial management operation which consolidates all budget and finance related functions within the City.
The Fire Department goes beyond just firefighting and has seven (7) divisions, which operate under the purview of the Office of the Executive Fire Commissioner: Communications, Community Relations, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Fighting Operations, Fire Marshal Investigation, Arson, and Training. The Department maintains and operates 39 facilities throughout the City of Detroit.
The Detroit Health Department assumes responsibility for ensuring that essential local public health services are provided in the city; that the State of Michigan Maintenance of Effort (MOE) funding requirement for local government funding contributions is met, and that the public health of our community is improved.
The Human Resources Department ensures that the 9,000 employees and job applicants of the City of Detroit are treated fairly on the basis of race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, disability or other criteria prohibited by City, State or Federal Law.
The Civil Rights, Inclusion and Opportunity Department, by City Charter, serves as an alternative dispute resolution agency. The department is responsible for addressing barriers and/or discrimination issues that adversely affect the well-being and image of the city of Detroit, its residents, visitors and employees.
The Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) is a central staff agency responsible for developing and providing information technology and consulting services to City agencies that will innovate on how they deliver services and interact with citizens. The responsibilities of DoIT include: strategic technology planning, business needs solutions, information management, Cyber Security, special project management, application development and implementation, system/application maintenance and support, telecommunications, data center operations, technology acquisition, data security and other services to empower agencies to use technology to improve operations and the quality of services provided to their customers.
The Mayor's Office mission is growing Detroit's population and improving the quality of life for its residents. The initiatives and strategies focus on improving internal and external operations to achieve that mission. The Executive Office is the administrative component of the executive branch of City government. Under the Mayor's direction, the Executive Team is responsible for developing and directing the execution of the Mayor's vision and key initiatives.
The Housing & Revitalization Departmen t finance, underwrite, and administer housing and community investments that enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Detroit.
The Planning & Development Department aims to build a city secure in its future, grounded in its roots and hopeful in its present. A world Class and inclusive planning & development department that sets the standard for equitable and innovative large city planning.
The Project Clean Slate Department, is a free expungement program launched by Mayor Duggan back in 2016 to help Detroiters clear their criminal records to create better opportunities for employment, education, and housing. Attorneys and support staff handle all aspects of the expungement process for eligible Detroiters.
The General Services Department helps to make the City of Detroit a clean, safe and vibrant place. We manage the City's vehicle fleet, forestry services, vacant lot maintenance, city-owned building maintenance, and park and recreation center planning, design, improvements, and programming
The Water & Sewerage Department delivers clean water and collects sanitary sewage and stormwater from more than 230,000 accounts, representing a residential population of nearly 700,000.
Minimum Qualifications
Be a currently enrolled undergraduate/graduate student or recent gradate at the time of employment
Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence as evidenced by professional success, academic honors, leadership ability, extracurricular activities, and involvement in community or public service
Be enthusiastic about public service and city government
Embody strong personal character and conviction
Supplemental Information
Application Process
Submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.
NO BENEFITS ARE OFFERED WITH THIS POSITION
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The City of Detroit Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following: Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.
Yes
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Are you a current City of Detroit employee?
Yes
No
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Applicants MUST submit a copy of their transcripts. A copy of unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Applicants who do not attach a copy of transcripts or proof of degree may delay the processing of their application. Have you attached a copy of your transcripts (official or unofficial) or proof of graduation?
Yes
No
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2026 Mayoral Fellowship opportunity can be in-person or hybrid, depending on the department and the project assignment. Please attest that you are aware and are able to meet the requirements.
Yes
No
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What is your current academic standing?
Enrolled in a two-year community college
Freshman at a four-year accredited college or university
Sophomore at a four-year accredited college or university
Junior at a four-year accredited college or university
Senior at a four-year accredited college or university
Recently Graduated with a bachelor's degree
Enrolled in a master's degree program
Graduated with a master's degree
Currently a second-year law student
Currently a first-year law student
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Please indicate your current major, concentration and intended graduation date.
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Please select the the top two (2) areas that most interests you, we will do our best to match everyone with their best fit based on interest, academic study and previous experience.
Accounting and Finance
Business Management and Administration
Engineering
Human Resources
Information Technology
Law
Marketing & Communications
Public Administration, Public Affairs, Public Policy
Public Health
Public Safety - Fire & Police
Transportation
Urban and Regional Planners
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Please select the the top two (2) areas that most interests you, we will do our best to match everyone with their best fit based on interest, academic study and previous experience.
Financial & Administrative
Public Services
Mayor's Office
Public Safety
Planning & Development
General Services, Parks & Recreation
Legal
Communications
Required Question
Employer
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Website
http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job
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