City of Seattle · 9 hours ago
Natural Resources and Regulatory/Permitting Intern
Seattle, WA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$22.56/hr - $22.56/hrCity of Seattle is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities, recognized for energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. They are hiring interns for the Natural Resources and Hydro Licensing Division to assist with natural resource tasks, permitting processes, and environmental compliance for hydroelectric projects.
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Responsibilities
Native and invasive/weed plant surveys
Supporting wetland delineations
Assisting with permit applications
GIS mapping and analysis using field and remote sensing data
Report development to summarize data for internal use
Field sampling of upland, riparian, and wetland vegetation communities
Supporting wetland delineations, permitting research, and compiling permitting documentation
Assisting with preparation of SEPA materials, permit narratives, and desktop environmental analysis
Conducting GIS mapping and spatial analysis using field and remote-sensing data
Summarizing field data and preparing tables, figures, or narrative content for technical reports and presentations
Drafting short memos describing site conditions and management-effectiveness monitoring results
Qualification
Required
Enrolled in an accredited certificate, 2-year or 4-year undergraduate educational program during their internship
Enrolled in an accredited graduate program during their internship
Undergraduate students will need to maintain a 2.0 GPA or above throughout the internship
Graduate students will need to maintain a 3.0 GPA or above throughout the internship
Basic Field & Environmental Skills
Ability to identify common Pacific Northwest plants at a beginner level or willingness to learn
Comfort working outdoors in uneven terrain and variable weather
Ability to take clear notes and follow established field protocols
Interest in wetlands, vegetation, environmental science, or natural resources
Data & Technical Skills
Basic familiarity with Excel or Google Sheets (sorting, filtering, simple tables)
Exposure to GIS through coursework or introductory training (ArcGIS or QGIS)
Ability to use a smartphone or tablet for field data collection
Attention to detail in recording or organizing data
Experience with Global Positioning System (GPS) technology and GIS software
Preferred
Enrolled in an academic program with focus on Science in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Ecology, Environmental Planning, Biology, or related field
Benefits
Subsidized ORCA pass
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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