Project Management Oversight Intern

Position Description

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

The Project Management Oversight (PMO) group is an Org Unit within the Project Delivery Division. PMO helps Project Delivery deliver on their projects. Project Delivery executes approximately 150 contracts and agreements per year and spends over $350M in CIP dollars and over $12M in O&M dollars. Project Delivery is comprised of nine Org Units. PMO helps support by providing the following services; Project Controls, Budgeting, Contracts and Procurement, Project Controls Reporting, Project Management Training, Document Management, Project Management Improvement program, and Cost Estimating.

The selected two interns will assist with SharePoint site development improvements, Project Controls Process Improvements, Project Controls Reporting, Development of Training for Project Managers, and Project Delivery's Annual Accomplishments Report. The PMO Interns will report to Lawrence Bigham, Project Controls Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

• SharePoint site development improvements
• Project controls process improvements
• Project controls reporting
• Development of training for project managers
• Assistance with development of Project Delivery's Annual Accomplishments report

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Education: Enrolled in an accredited certificate, 2-year or 4-year undergraduate educational program during their internship.\

Preferred Areas of Study: Enrolled in an academic program with focus on Project Management, Engineering, Architectural, or related field.

Undergraduate students will need to maintain a 2.0 GPA or above throughout the internship.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly
• Management of multiple tasks
• Technical skills with SharePoint, PowerPoint, and MS Office.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

Schedule: Intern will work up-to 20 hours/weeks while school is in session. Up-to 40 hours/week during school breaks. Work hours can be scheduled between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.

Salary: Undergraduate students will be paid $22.56 - 22.56 an hour.

Application Process

To complete your application, submit the online form with the following attachments:

• Resume
• Cover letter explaining how your coursework, activities, and experience qualify you for this internship.
• Your unofficial transcript - including current coursework, next term registration (if available at the time of application).

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Internship Duration and Hours: Year-long: The timeframe of this internship will be one year in duration, with either a May (semester schools) or June (quarter schools) 2026 start date. Working hours are up to 40 per week during the summer, and a max of 20 per week during the academic year.

Hybrid Work: The City has the expectation that interns will be readily available to report to onsite at work in Seattle in accordance with the current Mayoral mandate of a minimum of 3 days per week. Additional in-person work requirements are based on business need and determined by the hiring authority.

Interns must have a Washington State address and live in Washington State at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment.

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.

Other Benefits Include

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.

Competitive Pay And Benefits

• 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.

Background Check: Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.