{"id":56659,"date":"2025-10-13T13:48:17","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T20:48:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=56659"},"modified":"2025-10-13T13:48:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T20:48:17","slug":"internship-stormwater-in-the-schools-intern-city-of-seattle-seattle-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/internship-stormwater-in-the-schools-intern-city-of-seattle-seattle-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Internship: Stormwater in the Schools Intern, City of Seattle (Seattle, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"container entity-details-tab active\">\n<div class=\"entity-standalone-header\">\n<div class=\"header-buttons\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"tab-content entity-details-tabs\">\n<div id=\"info\" class=\"entity-details-container\">\n<div class=\"scrollable-container\">\n<div class=\"summary container\" data-printing-url=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/newprint\/5106748\" data-location=\"Seattle, WA\" data-job-id=\"5106748\" data-job-source=\"0\">\n<div class=\"term-container-new\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"salary-label-id\" class=\"term-description\">Salary<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>$21.78 &#8211; $26.71 Hourly<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"location-label-id\" class=\"term-description\">Location\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p class=\"job-location\">Seattle, WA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Job Type<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>College Intern<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Job Number<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>2025-01180<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Department<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>Seattle Public Utilities<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Division<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>Drainage and Wastewater Line of Business<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Opening Date<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>10\/08\/2025<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Closing Date<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>10\/28\/2025 4:00 PM Pacific<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Language Premium<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>No<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"entity-details-buttons\">\n<ul class=\"nav tab-buttons\" role=\"tablist\">\n<li class=\"active description\" role=\"presentation\"><a id=\"description\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/5106748\/stormwater-in-the-schools-intern#details-info\" data-toggle=\"tab\">Description<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"benefits\" role=\"presentation\"><a id=\"benefits\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/5106748\/stormwater-in-the-schools-intern#details-benefits\" data-toggle=\"tab\">Benefits<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"questions\" role=\"presentation\"><a id=\"questions\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/5106748\/stormwater-in-the-schools-intern#details-questions\" data-toggle=\"tab\">Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-content tab-content\">\n<div id=\"details-info\" class=\"tab-pane active fr-view\">\n<dl>\n<dt>\n<h2>Position Description<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\">Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking one (1) undergraduate or graduate-level intern for the Stormwater in the Schools program. This role will support work within Seattle\u2019s formal education system to engage K\u201312 students on topics such as salmon, stormwater, and pollution prevention behaviors. The intern will contribute to curriculum development, webpage content, and information accessibility while gaining hands-on experience in environmental education and community engagement.<br \/>\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0The position is part of SPU\u2019s Drainage &amp; Wastewater Pollution Prevention Community Engagement team, which works to advance equity, environmental stewardship, and public awareness.<\/p>\n<strong>Learning Objectives<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Gain experience developing plain language and accessible web content.<\/li>\n<li>Become familiar with knowledge organization for salmon- and stormwater-focused lessons for K\u201312 students.<\/li>\n<li>Gain experience with and understanding of urban drainage and wastewater systems and urban watersheds.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with a broad group of City\/SPU staff, educators, and community stakeholders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><span lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\" data-uw-rm-lang=\"false\">There is currently one (1) internship opportunity available\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\" data-uw-rm-lang=\"false\">at the\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\" data-uw-rm-lang=\"false\">undergraduate or graduate<\/span><span lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\" data-uw-rm-lang=\"false\">\u00a0level<\/span><span lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\" data-uw-rm-lang=\"false\">.\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\" data-uw-rm-lang=\"false\">We require an one (1) year commitment for this internship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The duration of this internship can last up to 24 months from start date or graduation, whichever comes first.<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong>About Seattle Public Utilities:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage\/recycling\/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU\u2019s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU),\u00a0checkout\u00a0the:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/utilities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/utilities\/\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">SPU Website<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/utilities\/about\/plans\/strategic-business-plan%22%20\/t%20%22_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/utilities\/about\/plans\/strategic-business-plan%22%20\/t%20%22_blank\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">Strategic Business Plan<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nSPU commits to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/human-resources\/working-at-the-city\/our-values\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/human-resources\/working-at-the-city\/our-values\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">Our City Values<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/rsji\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/rsji\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">Race and Social Justice<\/a>\u00a0as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.<br \/><br \/>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Job Responsibilities<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul id=\"isPasted\">\n<li>Develop accessible webpages and engagement content for teachers, students, and the public.<a id=\"_anchor_1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/5106748\/stormwater-in-the-schools-intern#_msocom_1\" name=\"_msoanchor_1\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"#_msocom_1\">[YR1]<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Support creation and organization of age-appropriate learning resources, including lesson plans and curricula aligned with Washington State learning standards.<\/li>\n<li>Assist with Stormwater in the Schools field program logistics<br \/>\u00a0 \u00a0&#8211; Salmon in the Schools<br \/>\u00a0 \u00a0&#8211; Creek-O-System<br \/>\u00a0 \u00a0&#8211; Duwamish River Experience programs.<\/li>\n<li>Contribute to program outreach and information accessibility for diverse audiences.<\/li>\n<li>Participate field and outreach events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"_com_1\">\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Qualifications<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong>Education<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Must be currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate-level coursework, pursuing a degree related to Education, Communications, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, Social Psychology, Public Policy, Indigenous Studies, Technical Writing, UX\/UI, Web Design, Data or a related field.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Undergraduate students must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA; graduate students a 3.0 GPA.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Exception<\/strong><br \/>Students do not need to be enrolled over the summer months but will need to provide at the end of Spring Quarter\/Semester proof of continuing and pre-registration for the Fall session as applicable.<br \/>\n<p><strong>Ideal Candidate Profile<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Passion for working with youth.<\/li>\n<li>Interest in environmental education and salmon\/stormwater pollution issues.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to distill complex information into plain language for diverse audiences.<\/li>\n<li>Strong communication skills, both written and oral.<\/li>\n<li>Experience in content organization, accessibility, or user design.<a id=\"_anchor_1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/5106748\/stormwater-in-the-schools-intern#_msocom_1\" name=\"_msoanchor_1\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"#_msocom_1\" aria-label=\"Open this option\" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=\"\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Commitment to equity and environmental justice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Working Environment<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Work may be performed in occasional outdoor settings which includes inclement weather conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Additional Information<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul id=\"isPasted\">\n<li>During school year: 15\u201320 hours per week, scheduled to complement class schedules.<\/li>\n<li>During breaks\/summer: hours may be worked between 32 &#8211; 40 hours per week.<ins cite=\"mailto:Yahn,%20Ry\" datetime=\"2025-10-04T00:06\">\u00a0<\/ins>Work hours are generally between 8:00 AM \u2013 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.<\/li>\n<li>Optional, Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.<\/li>\n<li>Work location: Seattle Municipal Tower. Hybrid work flexibility may be available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Salary Information<\/strong><br \/>Undergraduate interns: $21.78 &#8211; $21.78 per hour<br \/>Graduate interns: $26.71 -$26.71 per hour<br \/><br \/><strong>Recruiter Information<\/strong><br \/>For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Kyle Chow at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:kyle.chow@seattle.gov\">kyle.chow@seattle.gov<\/a><br \/>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong>How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Attach your college\/university&#8217;s unofficial transcript to your online application<\/li>\n<li>Resume identifying how you meet the qualifications of the internship<\/li>\n<li>Cover letter indicating your interest in this internship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Incomplete applications will not be considered.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Selected applicants invited to interview will be requested to provide references.<\/p>\n<p>This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.<\/p>\n<strong>Who may apply<\/strong><br \/>The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container job-details-agency-info\">\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-name\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Employer<\/dt>\n<dd>City of Seattle<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-address\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Address<\/dt>\n<dd><address>Seattle Municipal Tower<br \/>700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500<br \/>Seattle, Washington, 98104<\/address><\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-website\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Website<\/dt>\n<dd id=\"agency-website-info\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/jobs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-toggle=\"popover\" data-trigger=\"hover focus\" data-placement=\"bottom\" data-container=\"body\" data-selector=\"true\" data-content=\"Link will be opened in a new tab.\">http:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/jobs<\/a><\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8089,"featured_media":34096,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes"},"categories":[18],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56659"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8089"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=56659"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56659\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":56660,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56659\/revisions\/56660"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34096"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=56659"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=56659"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=56659"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}