About
About
Employ & Empower Internship Program
The City of San Diego is committed to developing a thriving, skilled, and educated workforce capable of tackling the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow, by providing a clear, unified pathway for career growth, learning, and development today.
Employ & Empower develops the workforce we need for tomorrow with special attention given to low-income and unemployed youth, foster youth, as well as individuals who have involvement with justice, mental health, or substance use that has impacted academic or employment opportunities.
Vision
Communities bridged to local government through inclusive public service experiences.
Mission
Inspire individuals to public service to support thriving, dynamic communities.
Quick Stats – At a Glance
1,370+
Participants
All City departments, the Mayor's Office and all Council districts
15%
Promoted to permanent
City employment
44
Intern Field Trips to City facilities
79%
Interns who live and/or go to school in a community of Concern
$16,243,105.71
Wages & Fringe Paid to Interns
(Through December 2025)
760,000+
Hours Worked
