2026 Summer Internship | Strategy & Systems
Company: Allegheny County Department of Human Services
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
About Us Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) is
the largest agency with a $1 billion budget, supporting over
200,000 residents annually through community partnerships. The DHS
Internship Program offers students practical experience in public
service, involving meaningful projects that enhance social
services. DHS seeks undergraduate and graduate students to apply
their skills, work with professionals, and impact programs serving
vulnerable groups. Why Intern at DHS Contribute to projects that
improve lives across Allegheny County Gain experience with one of
the nation’s leading human services agencies Work alongside
experienced professionals and community partners Build practical
skills and explore careers in public service Program Details Dates:
June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026 Schedule: 20–29 hours per week Work
Type: In-person (Pittsburgh-based roles) Eligibility Enrolled in an
accredited U.S. college or university (undergraduate or graduate)
Available to work at least 20 hours per week Able to work in person
at an assigned DHS office Must have an Allegheny County address
during the internship International candidates must meet federal
I-9 employment eligibility requirements. Focus Areas Office of
Community Justice and Safety - Project Coordinator Office of Equity
& Engagement - Program Coordinator Office of Strategy & Planning -
Planning Coordinator What You'll Do Community Justice & Safety
Coordinator Conduct research on evidence-based and promising
practices to inform program design and improvements for
justice-involved populations Support planning and facilitation of
cross-system stakeholder workgroups to address complex service and
policy challenges Map and analyze current system workflows (e.g.,
service access, referrals) to identify gaps and recommend
improvements Assist with cross-agency coordination for complex
cases, helping connect individuals to appropriate human services
Compile and organize data for grants, reporting, and performance
tracking, ensuring accuracy and clarity Contribute to the
development of training materials and tools for internal staff and
external partners Equity & Inclusion Coordinator Support planning
and coordination of agency-wide initiatives (e.g., Multicultural
Food Festival), including logistics and stakeholder engagement
Collaborate with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Racial Equity
Core Teams to support member engagement and recruitment efforts
Develop reports and materials that highlight ERG and Racial Equity
Core Team impact, progress, and key insights Compile and organize
content to create internal resources (e.g., Equity Corner booklet)
that promote awareness and learning Collect and synthesize employee
feedback (e.g., “What’s Your Why”) to inform strategies that
support morale and employee engagement Assist in reviewing and
updating equity resources, facilitation guides, and tools to
support consistent implementation across DHS Strategy & Planning
Coordinator Support planning processes by engaging stakeholders and
incorporating client, financial, and system-level data Prepare
outcomes-focused plans and reports aligned with organizational
strategy and external requirements (e.g., state agencies) Conduct
data analysis and research to inform recommendations for system and
quality improvements Support the development of funding proposals,
including government and foundation grants Contribute to process
improvement projects to enhance program effectiveness and
operational efficiency Assist in drafting and managing procurements
for new or improved programs and services Preferred Core Skills
(All Applicants) Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources
Organizational and time management skills Interest in public
systems, policy, or human services Preferred Skills by Focus Area
Applicants are not expected to have experience in all areas. Skills
may vary by focus area. Strategy & Planning Coordinator Strong
research and analytical thinking Ability to structure problems and
synthesize findings Comfort working across multiple stakeholders
Community Justice & Safety Coordinator Interest in justice systems,
policy, or reentry work Research and writing skills Ability to
analyze systems and identify improvements Equity & Inclusion
Coordinator Interest in equity, social justice, or community
engagement Strong qualitative research and writing skills Ability
to engage thoughtfully with diverse populations Learning Outcomes
Apply data and research to real-world challenges Gain experience in
systems-level work Build skills in analysis, coordination, and
communication
Keywords: Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Penn Hills , 2026 Summer Internship | Strategy & Systems, Human Resources , Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
