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1.3 Invest in a diverse and equitable talent pool by formalizing robust internship , fellowship , pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs , and provide equal opportunity towards permanent employment .

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HIRING AND RECRUITMENT
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1.3.1 . Create , maintain , and develop internship stipends and paid fellowship opportunities . Be clear and upfront about the ability to fund internships and fellowships during the interview process .
Expand apprenticeships and internships and make them available in all of the department ’ s bureaus , teams and shops .
2021-22 Develop transparent internship / fellowship / apprenticeship policies that are shared with managers and interns / fellows / apprentices .
Staff time : Moderate
Financial : As available
Indicators Status Lead Priority Lift Impact
Number of paid interns / fellows / apprentices , increase annually and / or meets department needs / capacity .
Number of interns / fellows / apprentices that join Public Works or other City departments , after the internship ends .
Not started
Internship manager , apprenticeship manager , Finance team
Level 1 Moderate High
Examine which internships and apprenticeships transition automatically into permanent positions and understand if limitations can be loosened or eliminated .
Track and monitor BIPOC participation .
1.3.2 . Identify and secure a minimum number of departmental summer placements and employee mentors for participants in the Mayor ’ s Opportunities for All program .
2021 Number of Opportunities for All placements and mentors
Financial : As available
Number of Opportunities for All placements and mentors .
Track and monitor BIPOC participation .
Not started
Internship manager , Finance team
Level 1 Easy Low
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