Working Title: Indigenous Cultural Engagement Intern

Job Class: Management Analyst 1

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 84924

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Temporary

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/18/2025

• Closing Date : 03/27/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Cent Office IWT

• Division/Unit : DHS-Payroll / BHDH ADAD Native American

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $23.63 - $34.18 / hourly; $49,339 - $71,367 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• End Date : 08/20/2025

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) , in collaboration with many partners, helps Minnesota’s most vulnerable residents meet their basic needs so they can live in dignity and achieve their highest potential.

The Executive Pathways Program is a paid summer internship (June – August) for college students to explore a rewarding career in public service.

What you can expect during your internship:

• Hands-on experience impacting individuals and processes within a large human service agency

• Opportunity to meet (virtually and in-person) to network with other state employees

• Attend virtual workshops focused on your Professional development

• Give back to the communities DHS serves through volunteerism

The Indigenous Cultural Engagement Intern will serve in the office of Behavioral Health Administration, providing support to the American Indian Team. The Minnesota Department of Human Services (MN DHS) Behavioral Health American Indian Division (AI BHD) is seeking an Intern to support its mission of providing resources and developing policies that benefit American Indian families, children, communities, and Tribal Nations in Minnesota. Through cultural engagement and collaboration with American Indian partners, a major goal for the AI BHD is to promote sustainable systemic changes that will benefit Native communities. The ideal candidate has lived experience in a Tribal Nation or Urban Indian community or a strong passion and experience working within these settings. Ideally, the candidate will have knowledge of working with substance use and mental health in Indian Country. They should also have an interest in data collection, resource development, and culturally centered engagement. This internship is a unique opportunity to support systemic change and make a meaningful difference in the lives of American Indians, residing in Tribal Nations or in urban areas.

Some responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Plan, develop, track, analyze and organize data collection systems involving Natives with substance use and mental health issues in American Indian communities.

• Update and enhance the American Indian Team’s online presence involving mental health and substance use in Indian Country to enhance resources for internal and external partners.

• Assist in planning and supporting the 2025 American Indian Substance Use Disorder Summit, including collecting and compiling relevant data for the event. Post event will assist in compiling and analyzing data gathered during the event into an American Indian Substance Use Report to include a summary with graphs, recommendations, and any action steps going forward.

• Collaborate with team members to support the provision of technical assistance and help to foster mutual partnerships with American Indian tribal and urban communities.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for an internship, you must meet the following requirements:

You must be a student at an accredited educational institution; or recently graduated December 2024 or May 2025

AND

• Excellent human relation and communication skills sufficient to represent the position and Division in a professional, efficient, and clear manner

• Ability to work independently and in a team setting

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred majors include: Human Services, Social work, Indian Studies, Sociology or Health Administration.

• Lived experience in a Tribal Nation or Urban Indian community or a strong passion and experience working within these settings.

• Interest in data collection, resource development, and culturally centered engagement.

• Experience and/or knowledge regarding substance use and/or mental health in Indian Country.

Additional Requirements

• Must be in academic years of sophomore, junior, or senior (Graduate students allowed)

• Must provide unofficial transcript to show proof of school enrollment

• Must be willing to reside in Minnesota for the duration of internship

• Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.