Department of Human Resources

Department of Human Resources

Ka ʻOihana Hoʻomohala Limahana

PO'OKELA FELLOWS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
COLLEGE INTERNSHIPS AT THE CITY
Experience the world of public service through the City and County of Honolulu.
HANDS-ON LEARNING
Interns are directly involved in projects under the guidance of current City employees.
DIRECT COMMUNITY IMPACT
Make a difference in the community with projects serving the island of O'ahu.
QUALITY MENTORS
Po'okela interns learn from experienced mentors willing to share their extensive knowledge.
PROJECT-BASED OBJECTIVES
Po'okela Fellows are challenged with real City projects.
APPLIED KNOWLEDGE
Put your degree to work by applying classroom training to real-world situations.
JOIN THE NEXT COHORT!
For more information on the Po'okela program, see below.
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PO'OKELA FELLOWS

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Po’okela Fellows Intern

$17.50 hourly

2025 SESSION (CURRENT)

Program Period: 
January 2025 – May/June 2025

The application period is now closed. 

2026 SESSION (FUTURE)

Program Period: 
January 2026 – May/June 2026

Application Opens:  September 2025
Application Deadline: 
October 2025 

INTRODUCTION

The Po’okela Fellows Internship Program introduces Honolulu’s next generation of leaders to the world of public service.  College students gain exposure to the City’s departments and agencies, connect with City leaders, apply classroom knowledge to various projects and make a difference in our communities.

This paid internship program offers connection, talent development and mentorship.  Many former fellows have transitioned to civil service positions and have become program mentors themselves.  Be a part of this rewarding experience!

  • At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States, or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States
  • Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program
  • Completion of 60 credits minimum
  • Good academic standing

For a program brochure, click here.

For a program brochure in Engineering and IT specialties, click here

To view the graduating 2024 program cohort, click here.

To view the 2025 program invitation video, click here.

The application period for the 2025 internship session is now closed. 

 

Please check back in September 2025 for more information about the upcoming 2026 session.

For more information, contact pookela@honolulu.gov.

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