The King County Executive’s Office of Performance, Strategy, and Budget (PSB) is hiring interns to work with several different teams within the office as part of the 2024 PSB Summer Internship Program.
 
Interns will gain a firsthand understanding of the workings of government, get an overview of how projects, policies, and legislation are created and implemented, understand why civic engagement matters, and build an appreciation for the importance of public service. Depending on the assignment, interns may interact with a wide variety of people including staff, elected officials, community members, or program participants. 
Interns will have the opportunity to be part of a high-performing team and take advantage of County training and learning opportunities. Opportunities to engage as an intern cohort, network and connect with leaders across the organization, and participate in outings to various County operations add to the intern experience at PSB.

Please note that each internship is posted individually.

ABOUT KING COUNTY: 

As the only county in the United States named after Martin Luther King Jr, King County is a community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the artistic and social traditions of many cultures. Together, we’re changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence.
 
 We continue to build on an enduring legacy of shared values of equity and social justice, employee engagement, innovative thinking and continuous improvement. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda aimed at advancing regional change and is developing the systems and standards necessary to achieve better outcomes for all of our residents, regardless of their race or income. These qualities make King County one of the nation’s best places to live, work and play.
 
ABOUT THE OFFICE 
 
The Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget (PSB) is in the Executive department of King County government. It serves as a resource to the County’s departments and agencies in developing and implementing budgets, strategic plans, financial plans, visual management tools, continuous improvement processes, and performance metrics. It is also responsible for regional planning and implementation of Lean process improvement. PSB is committed to becoming an inclusive, collegial, and open organization that models the County’s values. PSB employees enjoy a flexible workplace with predominantly remote work and frequent opportunities for collaboration and celebration. For additional information please visit our website: www.kingcounty.gov/exec/PSB.

Environmentally Sensitive Land Research & Planning Intern  

• This position is open to undergraduate or graduate students with an interest in urban planning, geography, public policy, and environmental research. Students in other programs with relevant interests and skills are also encouraged to apply 

• Experience summarizing and consolidating information from a variety of sources into one report, report writing 

• Experience with research and policy analysis; experience with data collection or mapping is  optional 

• A commitment to supporting the objectives and goals of King County’s Equity and Social Justice Plan; and the county’s True North vision and values 

Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State’s best employers. 
 
Together, with leadership and our employees, we’re changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation’s best places to live, work and play.
 
Guided by our “True North”, we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles–we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. 
 
We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native Americans and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
  
TELECOMMUTING: 
This position will work a hybrid of in-person (on-site) and telework, depending on operational need. Interns will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
 
Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer.
 
To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
 
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
 
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled and continuing in the fall of 2024 in full time status at an accredited university/college with coursework in the described areas. Proof of full-time enrollment status may be required.
 
WORK SCHEDULE: The work schedule will be Monday-Friday. During the school term, the work week will consist of 10-20 hours at the discretion of your supervisor. During summer, the work week will consist of 40 hours.  These are internships expected to last until mid- to late-August, although the position may begin earlier or end later depending on project and scheduling needs.  
 
FORMS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED: Please fully complete the online application, including supplemental questions and include an attached letter of interest and resume. 
 
CONTACT: If you have additional questions regarding this recruitment, please contact HR Manager Seth Watson at seth.watson@kingcounty.gov or 206-477-5330.
 
SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants meeting qualifications will be screened based upon clarity, completeness, content, grammar and punctuation of their application materials. Selection process may also include submission of writing/work sample, interview and reference checks.
 
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner if required in the position.