Educational Benefit to Student:

• Take a clinical approach to researching and informing the development of an electric mobility pilot program and related policies;
• Coordinate with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders to regularly collect and address feedback;
• Conduct and/or synthesize existing market research, environmental impact analysis, and policy related to electric mobility and associated emerging technologies;
• Apply the principles set forth in key city policies including the Climate Action Plan and Race & Social Justice Initiative;
• Create and present results and recommendations via written, oral, and PowerPoint presentation.

• Conduct market research, policy synthesis, idea generation, and associated impact analysis as appropriate.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to regularly collect and address feedback.
• Create and present results and recommendations via written, oral, and PowerPoint presentation(s).
• Conduct field work, document existing conditions, verify data.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and other general tasks.

Education:
Must be enrolled in an accredited educational program preferably studying: Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Policy, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Graduate interns must maintain a satisfactory GPA of 3.0 or higher for the duration of the internship.

Experience:

 Required Qualifications

• Experience and/or interest in electric mobility and emerging transportation technology;
• Experience synthesizing a variety of research and feedback into useful summaries and recommendations;
• Experience forging partnerships and managing a diverse set of stakeholders;
• Proven ability to work well independently and in groups;
• Interest in furthering the goals of Seattle’s Climate Action Plan and Race & Social Justice Initiative;
• Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and project management software;
• Strong writing and communication skills with the ability to create professional deliverables and share them effectively with diverse audiences.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience researching innovative pilots, programs, or policies related to electric mobility and/or emerging transportation technology;
• Experience working directly with members of the public, community based organizations, and public agencies;
• Experience with quantitative data analysis using Excel, GIS, and/or other platforms and using this analysis to support policy development;
• Demonstrated ability define problems, identify potential solutions, develop implementation strategies, and evaluate outcomes;
• Interest in leveraging emerging technology solutions (including electric, automated, and shared mobility solutions) to solve transportation challenges.

Schedule:  Intern will work 40 hours/week.  Work hours can be scheduled between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and may work some weekends and/or evenings.

Salary:  Graduates will be paid $20.30/hour.

How to Apply:  complete an online application and include the following:

• Unofficial transcript including current classes and GPA
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Two References
• Writing Sample

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Must have a valid WA State Driver’s License and a safe driving record.  A complete driving abstract will be required at the time of hire.