- A Student – You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or be a recent graduate (< 1 year ago) in a degree program such as Environmental Science, Earth Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, Data Science, or a related field. Experience with GIS preferred.
- 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.
- Collaborator – You are comfortable working as part of a team, sharing ideas, and leveraging the expertise of those around you to advance your work.
- Problem Solver – You can apply creative thinking and innovative solutions to address organizational inefficiencies.
- Organizer – You are detail-oriented and enjoy developing systematic approaches to improve efficiency of data management systems.
- Eager Learner – You are interested in your work, have a desire to learn and engage with others, and to grow professionally through this opportunity.
Do you have an interest in environmental data interpretation and visualization? The Port of Seattle Maritime Environment and Sustainability (ME&S) Remediation team is seeking a full-time summer intern to update area of concern (AOC) maps for maritime properties with contamination data as well as support the integration of the Port’s environmental database.
- Review, summarize, and inventory records of past environmental investigations, cleanups, and contaminant data for Port maritime properties, which includes both upland soil, groundwater and sediments.
- Translate environmental data and features (engineering and institutional controls, well locations, etc.) onto AOC maps.
- Work with Project Managers to identify data gaps within the Port’s environmental database and prioritize historical data to upload.
- To extent possible, integrate AOC maps into the Port’s environmental database.
- You will gain valuable insights into Port operations, customers, policies, stakeholders, and our role in shaping Seattle and Washington State.
- You will participate in ME&S staff meetings and other meetings and occasionally give presentations.
- You may also work on other ME&S projects and will have opportunities to apply creative thinking, innovative approaches, and grow professionally.
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.
- Work Schedule – Normal work hours will typically be scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8\:00 a.m. to 5\:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role.
- Work Environment – This work will take place in a hybrid remote/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
- Limited Duration – This is a limited duration internship and is expected to last no longer than five months.
- 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.
