Some of what you'll be doing:
This is a full-time summer and part-time school year internship opportunity expected to last one year. This position will support the Environmental Finance team in organizing, reviewing, and collecting documents from the past 15 years. Work includes gaining access to current and historical documents, organizing electronic documents using CoPilot, and helping the team to review sets of documents created by work for archiving, deleting, and updating. Update work includes interviewing the team, collaborating with other teams as needed, and helping the team to create comprehensive "how to" / SOPs, including video, Port standard MS Word or PDF files, and may include policy work.
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Participate in invoicing, LEAN process, Continuous Process Improvement, Strategy for document management and development of policy, Standard Operating Practices, and finalizing strategy and work documents.
Who you are:
A student - You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or a recent graduate (
Committed to Equity - You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
Use of technology - You have knowledge of Microsoft Office products and are a quick learner, especially with technology. Experience with SharePoint and Financial software is a bonus.
Communication - Have good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate successfully with varying Port employees.
Organized and proactive - You have a track record of successfully meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced working environment. You can balance and prioritize multiple, simultaneous projects with little supervision.
Desired - You are interested in understanding the role finance, asset management, collaboration, and cross-department teams have in organizations and are willing to deeply engage and provide your input.
What else you need to know:
Work Schedule - This is a full-time summer and part-time (about 30 hours per week) position during the school year. Normal work hours will be scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Work Environment - You will work in a hybrid remote/office environment with regular site visits as needed. Flexible work arrangements are available. You must live in Washington State.
Limited Duration - This is a limited-duration position and is expected to last no longer than one year.
Safety Requirements - You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, training, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Washington State Residency Requirement - Employees must establish a residence in Washington State within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
E-Verify - The Port of Seattle is not an E-Verify employer
Why you'll love it here:
The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port's mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle's website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the " Collective Bargaining Agreement " or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.
Getting to Work - From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees - regardless of race, gender, and other identities - succeed and reach their fullest potential.
Work-Life Balance - We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
Mission Driven - We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.
Why the Port of Seattle:
Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here .
Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors - throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership - the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic development and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity .
Location: Downtown Seattle
Organization: Environmental Finance
Employee Status: Temporary
Schedule: Part-time
Posting Expires: May 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Minimum Salary: 22.30
Midpoint Salary: 29.80
Req ID: 004181
The Port of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, knowing decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, regulations and ordinances. To help comply with all state and federal requirements, we appreciate you voluntarily answering the questions below. The information on this form will be kept confidential. Click https://www.portseattle.org/page/ethnicity-definitions for definitions and descriptions of the categories referenced below regarding Ethnicity and Race. Click https://www.portseattle.org/page/vevraa-information for information and definitions of the categories referenced below regarding Protected Veterans status.
