Overview
The City of Keller Mayor’s Internship Program is an 8-week unpaid program that provides students the opportunity to learn more about their local government, public policy, community engagement, and local initiatives while developing valuable professional skills. (Program Dates are June 15, 2026- August 18, 2026)
Eligibility and Application Requirements
- Limited to two (2) participants per cycle. Two (2) finalists will be determined based on submitted letter of interest and resume.
- Participants must be City of Keller residents.
- Participants must be enrolled in high school or higher education.
Program Requirements
City Council-Related Requirements:
- City Council Meeting Agenda Review: Participants will review each regularly scheduled City Council meeting agenda packet during the 8-week period, summarize items and provide recommendations for how they would vote on each issue and why. Meetings are regularly held twice per month, on the first and third Tuesday of the month.
- Discussion with Mayor Ross McMullin: Participants will meet with Mayor Ross McMullin at 4:30 p.m. before each City Council meeting to discuss the agenda items and share their recommendations. Meetings will be held at Keller Town Hall located at 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller, TX 76248. (Virtual meetings may be scheduled on a case by case basis). Participants are required to attend 3 of the 4 meetings.
- Attend City Council Meeting: Participants will attend one (1) regularly scheduled City Council meeting during the 8-week period, and check in with City Secretary Kelly Ballard at the end of the meeting.
Public Service-Related Requirements:
- Meeting with Community Development Department: Participants will meet with the Development Services Director for an orientation on Planning & Zoning-related items. (Virtual Meeting will be held the 1-2 weeks before the first City Council meeting of the program period.)
- Attend two (2) Department Specific Learning Opportunities: Participants will attend two (2) department-specific learning opportunities, based on their personal interests in public service.
- Participants will have their choice of: Police, Fire-Rescue, Public Works, Economic Development, Parks & Recreation, Finance, Library Services, Senior Services, City Secretary’s Office and Communications.
Completion of Program and Council Recognition
Upon completion of all requirements, participants will be recognized at the final City Council meeting of their eight-week program.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must upload a letter of interest and resume with their application by May 31, 2026.
