Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking one (1) graduate student intern to join the Source Control Pollution Prevention Division within SPU’s Drainage & Wastewater Line of Business. Investigations & Wastewater Source Control Intern will learn and assist with various components of field site visits and investigations into sites with drainage issues reported by customers.

As the Investigations & Wastewater Source Control Intern, you will play a large role in helping the SCPP research SPU and other City Department’s records. The intern will assist in preparing the summaries of investigation, keeping accurate and detailed notes, updating database or other similar applications, and play an important role in communicating with customers in person during field site visits, and via email or phone including explaining SPU or other City policies or codes to customers. This role offers a unique chance to gain professional experience with data entry, creating and/or improving reports that present complex data in a simplified, accurate manner to a variety of audiences.

Internship learning objectives include but are not limited to:
 

• Develop work-related experience including communication and organization skills and abilities to work in a corporate environment specifically a public-sector organization.
• Gain knowledge of an organization and its approach as community centered utility and as an emphasis on race and service equity.
• Professional experience with communicating government regulations information from City Municipal Code, Policies and Guidelines to customers.
• Develop critical problem solving and communication skills.
• Professional experience using resources and tools applied in public utilities across the country.
• Professional experience with practical application of data analysis and report creation.
• Familiarity with SPU organizational purpose, structure, and mechanisms; familiarity with the SCPP’s functions and work teams.
• Professional experience at one of the nation’s leading public utilities.
   

There is currently one (1) internship opportunity available at the graduate level. The internship is for up to 18 months or graduation, whichever comes first.

We require a minimum 1-year commitment for this internship.

Hourly rates:
 

• Graduate - $23.40
   

About Seattle Public Utilities: 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’s 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.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:
 

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan
   

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as 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.

Job Responsibilities

The intern will work with professionals in activities such as:
 

• Perform field site visits and residential customer engagement.
• Prepare drainage and investigation summaries.
• Research, identify and review publications, reports, and presentations from SPU & other City Department’s record.
• Communicate and coordinate with SPU & SDOT staff.
• Perform data cleanup and data entry critical to operational business needs.
• Learn basics of internal systems and to gain familiarity with SCPP data.
   

Qualifications

Education: Must be a graduate level student pursuing a degree in in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Communication, or related field.

Graduate students must be enrolled on either a part-time or full-time basis and maintain a 3.0 GPA for the duration of the internship.

Exception: Students are not required to be enrolled during the summer sessions but must provide documentation of continued Fall enrollment at end of Spring quarter.

Licensing Requirements: Current State of Washington Driver’s License

Additional Information

Hours: During school sessions, work hours will be scheduled to complement class schedules (15-20 hours per week). The internship opportunity may permit up to 40 hours per week during breaks and summer months. Work is normally between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

How to Apply:
 

• Upload your college/university's unofficial transcript.
• Cover letter indicating your interest in this internship.
• Resume identifying how you meet qualifications of the internship.
   

Salary Information:
 

• The full salary range for this position is: $23.40 – $23.40.
   

Recruiters Contact:
 

• For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Uma Suseelan uma.suseelan@seattle.gov.
   

Selected applicants invited to interview will be requested to provide references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

These internships allow for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. During breaks, interns may work up to 40 hours per week and will be required to come into the office twice a week. However, while school is in session, individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

Who may apply: 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. 

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