Executive Pathways Operations Analysis Intern

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

Job Summary

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is a newly established administration within the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS). As part of its foundational development, OIG is conducting a comprehensive review of its workforce to identify patterns, overlaps, and alignment of duties across roles throughout the administration. The Operations Analysis Intern will examine position responsibilities with a particular focus on role alignment, operational efficiencies, and opportunities to consolidate functions into centralized operations where appropriate. In addition, the Operations Analysis Intern will evaluate the administration’s readiness for change by assessing organizational capacity, stakeholder engagement, and the likelihood of successful implementation of recommended changes. Findings from this project will directly inform leadership decision-making regarding potential role consolidation and will shape OIG’s strategic approach to planning, communicating, and implementing any resulting organizational changes.

Some responsibilities include but not limited to: 

• Review job roles and responsibilities across the Office of the Inspector General
• Help identify overlapping duties and opportunities to improve how work is organized
• Assist with research and basic analysis related to workforce operations
• Support efforts to improve efficiency and streamline processes
• Help assess readiness for organizational change
• Assist with documenting findings and preparing summaries or reports
• Support planning and communication related to potential organizational changes