Mesa Fire and Medical Department Internship Programs

Through a partnership with ASU, U of A, NAU, GCU, Rio Salado Community College, and the Mesa Fire and Medical Department, the department has two internship programs. 

Social Services Division

Make a meaningful impact as a Social Services Intern. Interns gain hands-on experience conducting in-home assessments, connecting residents with community resources, supporting case follow-ups, and collaborating with public safety and community partners.

Applicants must be enrolled in either a Bachelor’s or Master’s Social Work through the School of Social Work or College of Health Solutions Internship Programs. They must possess a Class D driver’s license and successfully complete a background check. The Social Services internship program is a two-consecutive-semester commitment with a completion of 480 hours or as required by the school program. Stipend may be awarded based on funding availability and completion of the internship program.

Interest Form

Office of Emergency Management

Prepare for a career in emergency management through this hands-on internship with Mesa. Interns support Emergency Management staff during training exercises, emergency response activities, and real-world activations while assisting with research, data analysis, report preparation, and administrative projects.

Applicants must be current undergraduate or graduate students majoring in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Public Safety, Public Policy, or a related field and successfully complete a background check. This two-semester internship offers a stipend based on hours completed.

Please complete the Emergency Management Internship application(PDF, 870KB) and submit it, along with your resume, to emergencymanagement@mesaaz.gov.