Consulting Intern, Parks, Recreation, and Libraries - BerryDunn

We're seeking a Consulting Intern to join our Parks, Recreation and Libraries team with our Local Government Practice Group. The Consulting Team focuses on serving the organization, information technology, and management needs of local and state government agencies. We have worked with hundreds of government agencies throughout the United States. We understand the needs of public sector agencies, their fiscal constraints, and the commitment to serving constituents.

As an intern with the Parks, Recreation and Libraries team, you can expect to receive guidance from the supervisor(s), consultant, or principal in charge of an engagement or project and work with close supervision through coaching and training. Alongside our consultants in the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Practice, you will become familiar with the firm’s systems, operations, and relationships with a variety of local government clients across the United States. The firm expects you to demonstrate flexibility, have a willingness to seek out advice, and exhibit an ambition for learning. This position will be based in our Portland, Maine office.

We have openings for:

• Summer 2025 running from June 3, 2025 through August 8, 2025. 

With your application, please provide the following:

• Resume
• Unofficial transcript

• Develop an understanding of the general consulting process in local government. 
• Assist in performing consulting engagements of all sizes. 
• Assist with project management tasks such as tracking and reporting project progress, conducting research, maintaining project document repository, and reviewing deliverables for quality assurance.
• Follow appropriate diagnostic, data collection, fact-finding, and data analysis practices.
• Keep supervisors and others informed of status of assigned projects.
• Provide ad hoc assessments and briefings in response to client requests.
• Participate in staff/team meetings and training and work effectively as a team player on multiple client projects.

• Currently enrolled as a student in a BA/BS/MS Degree in Political Science, Communications, Recreation Management, Library Sciences, and/or Computer Science.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Demonstrated experience in relationship building, including excellent writing and communication skills.
• Relevant work experience in government or public administration field is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

The hourly rate for this role is $28 per hour. This rate represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications in excess of the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply and a final rate may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The rate of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is a leading national professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories. Since 1974, we have been a client-centered, people-first firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.

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