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Clean Water Ambassadors - High School Internship Program
Location:
Seattle, WA
Description:
Summary Are you a high school student, at least 16 years old, and curious about environmental topics and careers? Do you want to spend part of the summer earning money while learning and challenging yourself? Then read on to learn more about this internship opportunity! About the Role: The Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) is partnering with the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust to provide a high school summer internship program. We are seeking 12 interns interested in learning how government agencies, nonprofit organizations and local communities influence the health of the waterways in the Puget Sound region. Interns will gain a deep understanding of the role we all play in this issue, and the careers that contribute to improving water quality and protecting the environment. Interns will learn about environmental and social justice issues by participating in field trips and workshops. A large component of the internship involves practicing communication skills and improving public speaking. The goal is for interns to pass on the knowledge they gain to members of their school and community. This is a five-week program that runs Monday-Friday, July 8 - August 9, 2024. Interns will work approximately 28 hours per week. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Clean Water Ambassador, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Learn about clean water issues and actions we can take to protect water quality by taking field trips to local water utilities, lakes, and streams. Hone leadership and communication skills by teaching peers and community members about water issues and solutions. Hear about environmental career path options through career panels and by interviewing professionals. Synthesize the experience by giving a professional presentation to staff and community members. To learn more, you can read the Frequently Asked Questions here: FAQ Skill Development: Exposure to skills related to: water quality, communications, community involvement, education, and ecological restoration. Public speaking and professional written communications Using data collection equipment for water quality monitoring Working in both office and field environments Independent professional work and time management Working with diverse peers in small groups Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring : Must be a high school-aged youth who is at least 16 years old when program begins on July 8. Have current and valid identification, and proof of eligibility for employment in the U.S. Able to attend entire 5-week intern program from July 8 - August 9, 2024. Interest in improving communication skills and working with the community. Interest in environmental or public health careers. We strongly encourage applicants who are new to exploring environmental topics and/or who are from communities that are underrepresented in environmental careers. Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Work Location: Interns will start and end their days in downtown Seattle. Interns will be able to use free public transportation (available for youth under 19 years old) to and from downtown each day. On Mondays , interns will work at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, in Pioneer Square) in the office. Tuesdays-Fridays, interns will meet at the Stadium Light Rail Station and will be driven as a group to various locations within King County. Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. Work Schedule: This position is part-time, July 8 through August 9, 2024. The schedule will be Monday through Friday, generally 9am to 3pm. Times may differ on some days due to scheduling of field experiences, but interns will be informed of schedule changes in advance. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.Union Representation: This position is not represented by a Union. Duration: This recruitment aims to fill a 12 High School level student for a five-week program that runs Monday-Friday, July 8 - August 9, 2024. During the 2024-25 school year, interns will have the option to implement independent projects in their community. Interns who choose this option, can be paid up to 40 hours between September 2024 - June 2025. Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all high school youth who are at least 16 years old by July 8 and interested in learning about local water issues and solutions. No previous experience in environmental topics is required. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage teens of all identities and backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Tentative Selection Schedule: All applicants can expect to hear if they were selected for an interview by May 8, 2024. Interviews will be online between May 13-29, 2024.Final decisions will be shared on June 4, 2024. To apply, submit a: Complete Application Responses to the supplemental questions Note: A Cover Letter and Resume are not required. Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. W ho to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Kristin Covey 206-263-XXXX or XXXX@kingcounty.gov or Diana Eberly at XXXX@kingcounty.gov Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division : Visit our website and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , Instagram , YouTube , and the WTD Blog . Discover More About DNRP: Visit our DNRP website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest. Forbes 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 American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. 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. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. PDN-9bab321d-0dbe-48da-b8a9-48e50821c460
Education/experience:
High School
Company:
King County
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Other
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