Emergency Management Recovery Intern

Summary

Join AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC) as an Emergency Management Recovery Intern and gain valuable experience in disaster recovery operations and strategy. This temporary, remote internship offers a mix of project management, planning, public assistance, and grant management tasks. You will assist with organizing documentation, conduct research on FEMA policies, support project managers, and participate in meetings. Professional development opportunities are included. The internship requires a degree in a related field and beginner-level emergency management knowledge. Compensation is $18/hour, but the position is not benefits-eligible.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Political Science or a specialized function of Emergency Management or related field
• 0-2+ years’ beginner-level knowledge/experience in emergency management principles
• Beginner-level customer service experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive customers and internal information
• Capable of multi-tasking when necessary
• Excellent critical thinking, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong time management skills
• Strong desire to help people
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt quickly to changes in roles and projects
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsored visa is required
• Must pass company and any applicable client background check and reference check upon offer of employment

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing and reviewing disaster recovery project documentation
• Conduct research on FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation policies
• Support project managers with administrative tasks and data entry
• Participate in virtual meetings with clients and internal staff
• Assist with creating summaries, memos, and reports
• Monitor project timelines and deliverables
• Maintain internal document tracking systems
• Review and catalog historical disaster data for ongoing projects
• Work on projects that have a direct impact on clients if available/needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of previous emergency management-related internship, volunteering, or work experience
• Familiarity with FEMA programs or disaster recovery frameworks
• Current GPA of 3.0 or higher