College Intern Government Relations

External Relations · Seattle, WA, United States

About the role

Role

This is a full-time summer internship opportunity to further the Port's efforts to advance the availability of low-carbon, clean fuels for the aviation and maritime sectors. Working with both the Sr. State Government Relations Manager and Government Relations Manager, Maritime Sustainability, the intern will engage in clean fuel policy issues across state, federal, and international jurisdictions. Through research, analysis, and engagement with subject matter experts, the intern will contribute to ongoing strategy development and advocacy efforts. Projects may be tailored to the successful candidate, depending on knowledge, skills, abilities, and interests.

About 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.

Our Vision and Values

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.

Benefits

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.

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