Job Details

Salary: $21.99 Hourly
Location : County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type: Extra Help
Job Number: I070J
Department: Human Resources Department
Opening Date: 01/05/2026
Closing Date: 2/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: OT

Description

THE POSITION

The Supported Training and Employment Program (STEP) is a paid internship and employment skills training program forcurrent and former foster youth ages 18-27. Youth in guardianship who meet the qualifications listed below are also encouraged to apply.

STEP is designed to introduce participants to the "world of work" by providing paid work experience, job readiness training, and individualized employment support.

STEP Intern positions are available in various County departments and locations, including, but not limited to the Human Services Agency, Human Resources, Parks Department, Health System, and more.

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

The program focuses on three primary areas:

1. Job Readiness Skills Training: Training topics include understanding workplace culture, exceeding expectations, goal setting, presentation skills, business communications, and other tips to be successful on the job.
2. Employment Coaching and Hands-on Paid Work Experience: You will be paired with a Job Coach to receive one-to-one guidance and support. Coaches help prepare you for your new job duties by modeling and teaching appropriate behaviors and skills. After shadowing your coach, you may take on assignments of your own. These hands-on assignments vary by department and provide you with an overview of the responsibilities of a specific county position.
3. Transition Planning: The program offers transition planning services to prepare you for your future goals. This includes access to resources for information on colleges, training programs ,and other vocations.

NOTE: This is an extra-help position, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help positions are short-term employment for up to 1040 hours. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.
Assistance on completing your application and/or resume is available. For assistance or for more information about the STEP Program contact: Iris Tan, STEP Coordinator at
Qualifications

Interested participants must:

• Be available and willing to work 20 hours per week (1040 hours per year max).
• Be between the ages of 18-27.
• Be a current or former dependent of the court at least one day after your 13th birthday (candidates must submit proof of status upon request).
• Demonstrate sound judgment and good decision-making abilities.
• Possess good communication, relationship, and organizational skills.
• Be willing to submit to a fingerprint clearance.
• Be able to transport themselves to County worksites.

Application/Examination

Please note: This is a specialized recruitment designed for current, non-minor dependents or former foster youth who have aged out of foster care/guardianship and are between the ages of 18 and 27. By submitting an application, applicants consent to allow the program to verify foster youth status with internal/external agencies as needed.

Applicants must submit responses to the supplemental questions and a resume in addition to the standard employment application. Applications received without a completed supplemental questionnaire will be rejected.

Applications for this position are only accepted online. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date: 02/26/2026
Interview Dates: 03/30/2026 or 03/31/2026
Intern Orientation: 05/26/2026

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

Please visit the County Benefits website for benefits information applicable to
Please visit the County Benefits website for benefits information applicable to
01

Are you a current or former foster youth of San Mateo County (including guardianship)?

• Yes
• No

02

Were you a dependent of the court at least 1 day after your 13th birthday?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you participating in any extended foster care programs?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you between the ages of 18-27? (A "No" response will disqualify you from this recruitment.)

• Yes
• No

05

Are you a current resident or have gone to school in San Mateo County?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent? if not, do you have any previous work experience? Please describe what you did, for how long, and what you learned? Be specific. Answers to these questions are critical to being selected to the next round.
07

Describe why you are interested in participating in the Supported Training & Employment Program with San Mateo County and what interests or career goals you hope to pursue through the program?
08

Please describe your experience using technology. List all computer software / programs you have used, e.g., Web browser, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc. Be specific. Answers to these questions are critical to being selected to the next round.
09

We offer STEP Intern positions in various Departments and locations throughout the County, please describe how do you plan to commute to work?
10

If you are selected, you must submit all required documentation and paperwork by the required deadlines. You must also be responsive to communications and follow up requests. If selected to participate as a STEP intern you will be required to complete an orientation as well participate in ongoing monthly and bi-weekly meetings. Only interns who complete all the requirements will be offered an internship. Are you willing to commit to completing all requirements during and after the internship?

• Yes
• No

11

Check all of the following documents that you currently have in your possession. (Please check any that apply) Note: if selected, you will be required to submit these documents.

• Valid California Driver's License
• ID Card
• Social Security Card
• United States Passport

Required Question