About Us The Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) is a cabinet-level agency within the executive branch of the Ohio state government. The director of ODA is a member of the Governor's cabinet, serving as principal advisor and advocate for 2.8 million older adults and their families. Through services, supports, and activities that cover a wide spectrum of issues, ODA strives to achieve its mission to foster sound public policy, research, and initiatives that benefit older Ohioans. ODA is the federally designated agency responsible for developing and administering multi-year state plans that advocate for, and provide assistance to, older Ohioans and their families. In addition to the centralized functions, the agency designates and contracts with community providers and a network of 12 Area Agencies on Aging, who manage a wide array of federal and state-funded supportive services. These services assist older adults to live as independently as possible; promote healthy aging and active community involvement; and support family members in their vital care giving role. To promote the agency's vision of Ohio - the best place to age in the nation, ODA actively collaborates with consumers, stakeholders from key associations, government, and the public. The independent Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman and the Board of Executives of Long-Term Services and Supports are also located within ODA. Our core values are: * Promote Independence - Provide resources that foster independence and autonomy throughout the lifespan. * Empower Communities - Deliver sustainable, relevant solutions that empower communities to act within the best interest of their elders. * Challenge Ageism - Promote new perspectives of aging that challenge the traditional declinist narrative. * Advocate for Excellence - Advocate with and for Ohio's elders to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met. * Engage in Innovation - Engage the aging network by staying innovative, flexible, and attentive to the evolving needs of our partners and stakeholders. To learn more about the Ohio Department of Aging and our programs visit our website. About the Role Further your educational and professional experience with an agency that values advocacy, collaboration, and purpose. ODA is looking for a talented and trustworthy individual to serve as a Legislative Intern to help support external relations management, engage in legislative activities, and promote the priorities and objectives of the department: Key duties of this position: * Provides administrative support to Liaison Officer as a means to learn more about state government, the budgeting process, interactions with stakeholders, and managing public meetings * Responds to constituent inquires received from state and federal officials and interacts with aging network leadership, management, and staff to resolve inquiries * Observes and documents activities at Statehouse legislative hearings including standing, select, and joint committees and House and Senate sessions For more in-depth job duties, please click here to view the position description. Applying for position: * All applicants must complete an online application to be considered. * When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, you must describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. * All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education on your civil service application. * If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email the Human Resources contact on this posting so arrangements can be made. * NOTE: compensation is comensurate with level of enrollment in college or university Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and in second year or sophmore level or higher. Job Skills: Technical Skills: Customer Service Customer Research Communications Technical Writing Internship Professional Skills: Customer Focus ListeningVerbal Communication Written Communication Flexibility