Port of Seattle · 13 hours ago
College Intern - Aviation Environmental Compliance Program
Seattle, WA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$22.30/hr - $29.80/hrPort of Seattle is seeking a College Intern for their Aviation Environmental Compliance Program. The intern will support programs related to contaminated sites, stormwater, and hazardous materials handling to ensure compliance with environmental laws.
TransportationTravel
No H1B
Responsibilities
Coordinate with construction projects for proper identification, handling, and disposal of contaminated materials
Review, summarize and update records of past investigations, cleanups, and spills in the Port’s historical records database
Conduct field visits to locate and inspect stormwater best management practices for condition and operation
Support staff with planning community planting events, invasive species removal efforts, and inspections of Port vegetated areas
Support staff with planning for environmental soil and groundwater investigations
Evaluate field and analytical laboratory data
Coordinate with Port Maintenance Crews for upkeep and repairs to existing soil caps, permeable pavement areas, and stormwater control structures
Support staff with site inspections of materials handling areas
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or a recent graduate (< 1 year ago) in a degree program such as Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or equivalent
Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work
Problem Solver – You are driven to solve problems and improve a program
Flexible/Adaptable – You are flexible in an environment with competing tasks and responsibilities
Curious – You have a desire to learn about environmental compliance at an operating facility
Observant – You are able to observe and identify details in field conditions and written documents, and retain and communicate information that you observe
You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
You will be asked to complete Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training prior to conducting work on projects with known environmental contamination
You will/must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
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
Benefits
Subsidized parking
Low-cost public transit card
Alternative work arrangements
Resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced
Company
Port of Seattle
The Port of Seattle is a public agency that controls Seattle’s seaport and airport operations.
Founded in 1911Seattle, Washington, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John van Deinse
Manager, CPO Planning & Analytics
Joshua Mandela Thomas
Senior Manager Strategic Partnerships and Data Analytics
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