Fire Cadet

Salary: $17.50 - $22.00 Hourly
Location : Southfield, MI
Job Type: Non-career
Job Number: 20260011
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: 7/23/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Equal Opportunity Language: This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the Human Resources Department. The City of Southfield does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis, of sex, race, color, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, religion, arrest record, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested.
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CLASSIFICATION: Fire Intern - Southfield Fire Department

SALARY: $17.50 - $22.00 per hour

HOURS: 7am-3pm (40 hours per week); intern schedules may be adjusted to accommodate non-standard events or hours worked as needed.

• Hands-On Training
• Sponsorship for Paramedic School, Firefighter I & II Certification, and EMT Training
• Ride-Along Experience
• All Equipment Provided

Please list all previous employers in your application.

Representative Job Duties

The City of Southfield Fire Internship program is a training that provides individuals an opportunity to obtain valuable training designed to give the Intern a well-rounded exposure to and appreciation of the functions performed by the Firefighters of the City of Southfield. The intern position is an educational role intended to provide students with practical, hands-on experience in the fire service under the direct supervision of professional personnel. Interns will gain exposure to daily fire department operations, emergency medical services, fire prevention, public education, and administrative functions. Interns must be willing to familiarize themselves with and abide by all departmental rules and policies, City ordinances, and State and Federal laws.

Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of Southfield

• Must be a U.S. citizen and be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license and a good driving record.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.
• Must be a full-time student.

• Must be enrolled in a Fire Academy and/or EMT/Paramedic program.
• Must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale

• Must be able to perform all job-related physical abilities
• Must successfully pass a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), Oakland Physical Agility Test (OPAT).

Supplemental Information
The Southfield Fire Internship Program is used as an applicant pool for hiring entry-level probationary Firefighters for the Southfield Fire Department. However, participation in the Fire Internship Program does not guarantee employment in a full-time Firefighter position with the City of Southfield. Members of the Program will be considered "At-Will" members, participation will be at the sole discretion of the City of Southfield.
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The selection process will include the completion of a City of Southfield application, a review of the applicant's qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, and an oral board interview. Selected candidates will be subject to a background check and must successfully pass a psychological evaluation and physical exam prior to employment. Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step.

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified by email to attend an orientation and testing. Applicants must maintain all minimum requirements and certifications while waiting for consideration for employment. Names of the successful candidates will remain eligible for consideration for one year from placement on the eligibility list.
Individual health care coverage. Additional benefits will be listed in contract.