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Ka ʻOihana Hoʻomohala Limahana

PO'OKELA FELLOWS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

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.

PO'OKELA FELLOWS

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Po’okela Fellows Intern

$19.50 hourly

Po’okela Fellows Intern

$19.50 hourly

SPRING 2026 PROGRAM:

January 7, 2026 – May 29, 2026 or

January 7, 2026 – June 30, 2026

The spring application period is closed.

SPRING 2026 PROGRAM:

January 7, 2026 – May 29, 2026 or
January 7, 2026 – June 30, 2026

The spring application period is closed.

SUMMER 2026 PILOT PROGRAM:

June 8, 2026 – August 14, 2026

Summer Application Opens: 
Monday, December 22, 2025
Summer Application Deadline*: 
Friday, March 27, 2026, 4:30 p.m. H.S.T.

*Positions will be filled on a first come, first served basis. As there are limited internship positions available, interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

SUMMER 2026 PILOT PROGRAM:

June 8, 2026 – August 14, 2026

Summer Application Opens: 
Monday, December 22, 2025

Summer Application Deadline: 
Friday, March 27, 2026, 4:30 p.m. H.S.T.*

*Limited internship positions available. Apply ASAP as positions will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

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 (PDF), click here.

For a program brochure (PDF) in Engineering and IT specialties, click here. 

To view the graduating 2025 program cohort, click here.

To view student testimonials and story from the University of Hawai’i News, click here.

To be considered for the Summer 2026 Pilot Program, submit your application by Friday, March 27, 2026, 4:30 p.m. H.S.T.* to pookela@honolulu.gov

*Positions will be filled on a first come, first served basis. As there are limited internship positions available, interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

To view the application (PDF), click here. 

For more information, contact pookela@honolulu.gov.

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