City of Seattle · 17 hours ago
Continuous Improvement Graduate Intern
Seattle, WA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$27.67/hr - $27.67/hrSeattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is a leading municipally owned utility known for its commitment to energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. The Continuous Improvement Graduate Intern will support Lean process improvement projects, analyze workflows, and engage with various teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities
Collaborating with our Data and Quality Analysis team on analytical projects such as developing metrics, data analytics, process automations, or creating digital dashboards
Support teams during improvement activities, such as tracking work and documenting outcomes
Assist in mapping business processes using tools like value stream maps, swimlane maps, SIPOCs, etc
Gather, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to support root cause analysis
Qualification
Required
Enrolled in an accredited graduate program during their internship
Graduate students will need to maintain a 3.0 GPA or above throughout the internship
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Interest or coursework in Lean, systems thinking, human-centered design, or process improvement
Ability to communicate clearly, verbally, and in writing
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Preferred
Enrolled in an academic program with focus in Public Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Operations Management, Data Analytics, Human Centered Design/UX, or a related field
Experience in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Visio, Tableau, or similar tools is a plus
Benefits
Interns do not receive benefits but can obtain a subsidized ORCA pass and accrue sick time that can be used after 90 days of employment.
Professional and educational development
Meaningful and educational opportunities that compliment your academic program.
Establish effective networking relationships with professional staff, which may be beneficial to future career development.
Access to City sponsored trainings and professional development modules.
Diverse array of work experiences, responsibilities, and opportunities to help make Seattle a great place to live, work, and play.
Working for the city builds your career and your community.
Commuting benefits including ORCA passes, car share discounts, and ride matches.
Paid sick and safe leave (after 90 days of employment).
Access to the City's Flash Mentorship program.
Company
City of Seattle
City of Seattle is a government website of all information and services related to city of Seattle.
Founded in 1851
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Lu
Chief Operating Officer - Finance and Administrative Services Department
Marco Lowe
Chief Operating Officer for the City of Seattle
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