Presented by: Fatima Montano
PUBLIC SERVICE
INTERNSHIP
Over the past two semesters , I
have had the opportunity to
intern with San Pablo’s
Community Services Department.
This experience gave me a
firsthand look at the data analysis
and management , specifically
behind the scholarship program.
INTRODUCTION
PSI
OVERVIEW
This internship program
focuses on connecting
students to local agencies
throughout the Bay Area. It’s
built on two pillars :
Hands -on Public
Service
Professional
Development
SCHOLARSHIP
DATA
ORGANIZATION &
INTEGRATION
• Organized three years of
scholarship applicant data
• Standardized datasets for
accuracy and usability
• Prepared data for integration into
CitySpan platform
• Supported renewal eligibility
verification
COLLEGE TO CAREER
ACTIVITIES (ELEMENTARY -
FOCUSED)
• Developed database of college
& career exploration activities
• Focused on elementary -age
students
• Organized resources for easy
use by educators
• Goal : introduce future planning
at an early age
CREATING A STANDARD
OPERATING PROCEDURE (SOP)
• Created step -by-step guide for CitySpan platform
• Designed for Beacon Community School Directors
• Included screenshots and task instructions
• Standardized data entry and reporting
MONITORING MONTHLY
NARRATIVE REPORTS
• Reviewed monthly reports from Beacon school
sites
• Tracked missing submissions and follow -ups
• Documented programs and grant -funded activities
• Maintained consistent reporting across sites
SCHOLARSHIP
OUTREACH
• Promoted San Pablo
Scholarship Pilot Program
• Conducted outreach at eligible
schools
• Shared materials with school
staff and directors
• Increased awareness of
scholarship opportunities
SAN PABLO SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICATION REVIEW
• Verified applicant residency within
San Pablo limits
• Organized applications to support
selection process
• Reviewed renewal essays and
documentation
• Identified eligibility for scholarship
renewal
• Data organization and database management
• Program operations and reporting processes
• Community outreach and communication
• Public service and local government experience
SKILLS GAINED
Supervisor:
Paola Cubías -Shirazi,
Community Services Coordinator II, YSCP
Division
THANK YOU
FOR
SUPPORTING!
Any Questions?