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Student Intern (Part-time) Grant-Funded
CompanyHouston Community College
LocationHouston
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 6, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist the department by performing routine clerical tasks such as answering telephones, handling office inquiries, and operating office equipment. They will also process documents, manage mail, and provide customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
9
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The West Houston Institute is Houston Community College's center for creativity working collaboratively across the institution to promote innovation, design, and entrepreneurship among our students, faculty and staff, and community.
About the Role
JOB SUMMARY
Under direct supervision assist the designated department by performing a variety of routine clerical task assignments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (Other duties may be assigned:)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
High School student at least 16 years of age
EXPERIENCE
1 year experience in an office environment preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
Under direct supervision assist the designated department by performing a variety of routine clerical task assignments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (Other duties may be assigned:)
- Answer telephone, handling multiple lines
- Handle routine office inquiries
- Operate office equipment such as computer, copier, fax, typewriter, and calculator
- Respond to requests for information, in person or over the phone, and provide necessary customer service to internal and external customers
- Type correspondence and other documents from notes, copies, or rough drafts
- Scan and process departmental documents such as surveys or office documents
- Process all incoming and outgoing mail
- Assist with special projects as assigned
- Provide support to other areas as needed
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
High School student at least 16 years of age
EXPERIENCE
1 year experience in an office environment preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel computer applications.
- Possess good written and oral communication skills.
- Able to communicate courteously and effectively.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
- Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
- Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
- PO Box 667517
- Houston, TX 77266
- 713.718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
Key Skills
Clerical tasksMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelCustomer serviceWritten communicationOral communicationOffice equipment operationData entryDocument scanningMail processingTelephone handling
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