A student – You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or a recent graduate (< 1 year ago) in a degree program such as in environmental engineering, environmental sciences or related physical sciences.
Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
Use of Technology – You have intermediate knowledge of MS Office products, especially Excel and Word with some experience managing large amounts of data.
Organized and proactive – You possess good organizational skills. You’re able to work with a diverse group of individuals and possess the ability to work in a productive, team-oriented environment.
Desired – General knowledge of Green Building rating systems (e.g. LEED, WELL), and an interest in pursuing professional credentials such as LEED Green Associate, Envision Sustainability Professional (SP), or WELL Accredited Professional.

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.

This is a full-time summer internship with the potential to be extended full/part-time into the school year. Extensions will be reviewed regularly and will be determined based on the needs of the department and project scope. The internship may not exceed one year. This internship position will complete various tasks directly supporting the Aviation Environment & Sustainability Department at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). This position will primarily focus on the green building program, with the potential to support other environmental and sustainability programs.

Some of your essential duties include:

Green Building Program

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – Track current projects actively working towards LEED certification. This includes attending project meetings, updating LEED scorecards, and writing technical memorandums to document credit applicability and potential for higher levels of certification.
Envision – Project manage implementation of SEA’s first-ever Envision pilot project. This entails coordinating with a wide range of Port of Seattle stakeholders and third-party consultants. Use these experiences to provide recommendations on future application of the Envision framework at SEA.
WELL – Conduct analysis and ongoing monitoring for SEA’s first-ever and WELL Gold Certified project. This includes air quality monitoring and occupant satisfaction and wellness evaluations. Use those results to identify lessons learned and recommendations for future application of the WELL program on SEA projects.
Research and provide recommendations on additional Green Building Certifications (e.g., Envision, Fitwel, Parksmart, etc.) to understand opportunities to integrate environmental performance within projects at SEA. A critical component of this will be researching LEED version 5 and identifying how SEA can document credits for the entire airport.
Conduct a gap analysis to identify which Green Building Certification requirements have been incorporated into Port of Seattle design standards. Identify additional opportunities to include green building language into standards and provide recommendations.
Support water conservation efforts at SEA. This may include review of SEA’s water utility infrastructure documents and data. Examples of projects include conservation opportunities through low-flow fixtures, irrigation, water reuse, and rainwater capture.

Other

Support for other environmental compliance programs as requested, including stormwater, water resources, soils and remediation, hazardous waste, and construction management.

Driver’s License – You will need a valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one, in order to travel locally to project sites.
Work Schedule – This is a full-time (40 hours per week) internship position in the summer with the ability to extend to part-time hours during the school year. Normal work hours will be scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8\:00 a.m. – 5\:00 p.m. Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role.
Work Environment – You will work primarily in an office environment.
Limited Duration – This is a limited-duration position and is expected to last no longer than one year.
Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.
Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
E-Verify - The Port of Seattle is not an E-Verify employer.

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

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