Empowering Future Leaders in Public Service

The City of Austin Employees’ Retirement System (COAERS) mission is to provide our members with their promised benefits. We are driven to be best-in-class, passionate about service excellence, and committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone can excel by leveraging our skillset, experiences, and backgrounds.

 

Your Opportunity

 The COAERS Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to do meaningful work while gaining valuable skills that will shape your future. You will work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment, gaining real-world knowledge of public pensions, pension administration, investments, finance, member services, communications, and more.

 

Why Choose COAERS?

• Diverse Learning Opportunities
  Engage in meaningful projects.
• Exposure to Public Pension Administration 
  Learn how retirement benefits are managed and how investment strategies support long-term financial security for public employees.
• Professional Development
  Participate in mentorships and skill-building workshops to enhance your career trajectory.
• Impactful Work 
  Contribute to projects that directly affect the retirement security of Austin’s public servants.

 

Internship Overview

You will have the opportunity to complete at least one meaningful, division-specific project that supports COAERS' operational goals while advancing your professional development.

Project Areas May Include:

• Investments: Conduct research and portfolio analysis
• Finance: Assist with audits, financial dashboards, and regulatory research
• Member Services: Improve retirement workflows and analyze service trends
• Operations: Optimize administrative processes and enhance training resources
• Communications: Develop digital content, social media campaigns, and educational materials
• IT: Conduct asset audits and security assessments
• Executive/Administration: Support research, reporting, and strategic initiatives

 

Who Should Apply?

We welcome students from all academic backgrounds to apply who are:

• Current Students or Recent Graduates
  Candidates must be currently enrolled in and actively attending an accredited college or university or recently graduated from undergraduate or graduate programs in fields such as finance, accounting, public administration, communications, information technology, and related disciplines. 
• Passionate About Public Service
  Dedicated to making a positive impact in the community.
• Eager to Learn 
  Ready to take on challenges and grow professionally.

Program Details

• Location: You will work onsite at 4700 Mueller Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78723
• Duration: 8 weeks
  • Start date: June 1st, 2026
  • Schedule: 20 to 30 hours a week, Monday through Friday, during regular COAERS business hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM). Specific schedules will be determined based on department needs.
• Compensation: $25 to $28 per hour for undergrad students and $27 to $30 per hour for graduate students. This position is not benefits-eligible.
• Parking is provided

 

How to Apply

If you’re looking for a dynamic, supportive, and mission-driven organization to jump-start your career, we encourage you to apply today!

Submit your resume and cover letter by email to recruiting@coaers.org. The subject line should be formatted as follows: Intern – First Name Last Name.

COAERS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and transgender status), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodation is available to applicants with disabilities upon request. If you require reasonable accommodation, please indicate that in your application or email recruiting@coaers.org.