We are seeking a high-energy, can-do, detail-oriented Intern who is excited to interact with the public and learn about local communities and events.
Our Interns support public involvement and community engagement for a variety of transportation and environmental projects. The primary responsibilities of this position will be:
- Event planning
- Staffing and set up at weekend summer fairs and festivals throughout the Puget Sound area, providing information to the public about public infrastructure projects
- Door to door outreach and in-field flyering
- Other tasks may include: compiling meeting/event summaries, coordinating logistics for public outreach efforts, preparing and packing information materials, assessing public comments and maintaining project databases, and planning or drafting potential invitations to public events.
Requirements:
- Interest in transportation, land use, and environmental issues at all stages of development from visioning through design and construction
- Strong communications skills, including demonstrated comfort with public speaking and writing to inform and invite (understanding and creativity around writing and social media helpful)
- High level of people skills, previous customer service experience helpful
- Adaptability to work on multiple projects and changing priorities
- Ability to work within teams and independently to complete tasks
- A commitment to working respectfully and professionally in diverse, multi-cultural settings
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite
Conditions of Employment:
- Valid driver’s license to operate company vehicles
- Ability to reliably commute to various event locations in the Puget Sound region
- Able to work weekends and evenings from June – August
- Mandatory attendance at Intern Orientation June 17-21, 2019
Important Dates and Information for Internship:
- Location: Downtown Seattle office and various Puget Sound locations
- Duration: June – August 2019, up to 40 hours per week, including weekends & evenings
- Pay: $19/hr
- Applications due by: April 1, 2019
- Interviews will be held on April 19 or 22 at our downtown Seattle office
- Intern Orientation (mandatory): June 17 – 21, 2019
- Internship duration: June – August 2019 (final date to be determined individually; there may be potential to work into September)
Applications must include a (1) cover letter, (2) resume and (3) completed Self-Identify Form. Send your application to resumes@enviroissues.com.