High School Intern – Summer 2026 at Port of Seattle

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project management, Public speaking, Team leadership, Data entry, Administrative support, Research, Community engagement, Policy analysis, Customer service, Content creation, Social media management, Document retention, Meeting coordination, Environmental field work, Data management, Professional networking

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The mission of Port of Seattle’s High School Internship Program is to build diverse talent pathways into Port careers. As a high school intern, you will work to learn about Port industries and develop the competencies of our future workforce, including project management, public speaking, professional networking, and team leadership. Mondays-Thursdays you will be placed with a department and assist them in completing a body of work. Fridays you will participate in career exploratory activities, such as on-site and behind-the-scenes tours of Port facilities, learning about Port operations through meetings with employees, and attending professional development workshops. You will work with a team to complete a final project and present your work to internal and external stakeholders in the final week of the program. The following department placements are available for Summer 2026: Aviation Environment & Sustainability – You will support environmental staff with updating historical records archives. Scan reports, search electronic files, organize files, and update information in the Port’s historical records database. This role is based out of SEA Airport. Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure: Asset Management – You will work with the manager of asset systems to reorganize asset management dashboards, SharePoint sites, file and data storage, standard operating procedures, and policies. Research assets in systems to validate metrics and existence/demolition of assets at the airport. This role is based out of SEA airport. Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure: Administrative – You will provide office-based support including work in SharePoint, support for metrics, dashboards, standard operating procedures, asset management, and website content support. Assist with document retention, meeting coordination, safety support, and gain exposure to budget management. This role is based out of SEA Airport. Aviation Maintenance Facility Services – You will serve as a project assistant, observer, and data helper. Help analyze Smart Restroom data, conduct joint audits, and attend joint walks with airline representatives to help find cleanliness and maintenance issues. This role is based out of SEA Airport. Commission & Government Relations – Shadow staffers and commissioners to learn about different needs and functions that support the Port of Seattle Commission. Work may include supporting the Clerk’s team, a research/writing project, community engagement, and more. Additionally, support the Government Relations team, responsible for intergovernmental relations. Participate in policy analysis, projects, meetings, and events focusing on regional transportation, tourism, regional tribal governments, and international diplomacy efforts. This role is based out of Pier 69. Economic Development – You will assist two teams in the Economic Development Division. Support Workforce Development with data entry, electronic file updating, and promotional material development. Support Tourism department with updating data, administrative tasks, managing and researching products for VIP guests, and attending events. This role is based out of Pier 69. Engineering – You will job shadow within the engineering department and help out with clerical work, such as filling out forms and completing facility safety checklists. Help design a STEM/engineering awareness day for future high school interns. This role is based out of the SeaTac Office Center (STOC). External Relations: Community Engagement – You will collaborate with Port staff and community leaders in the Duwamish Valley on community events, workshops, and tours to increase public awareness of Port projects and programs. Assist development of flyers, fact sheets, scripts, and website information. Job shadow Port staff. This role is based out of the Duwamish River Community Hub. External Relations: Content Services – You will support the team that creates content for the Port’s YouTube, Instagram, and website. Help set up, learn, and organize photo and video equipment; learn basic image and video handling; help tag photos and videos in organization software; and develop short videos for social media. This role is based out of Pier 69. Maritime Environment & Sustainability – You will support a variety of office tasks, such as organizing files, preparing project materials, coordinating meetings, supporting data management and research, creating visual aids, drafting communications, and helping develop outreach materials. You will also gain exposure to environmental field work. This role is based out of Pier 69. Maritime Operations – You will assist staff at two marinas with various operational tasks and facilities support to ensure areas are clean, hazard-free, and safe. Assist with customer service, including in-person interactions and answering phones. Position will work both indoors and outdoors. This role is based out of Fishermen’s Terminal and Shilshole Bay Marina. Talent Connections – You will support the team that runs the Port’s internship and fellowship programs. Assist with creating application guidance materials for high school and post-secondary programs, including web and video content. Explore engagement opportunities with external partners, support logistics and facilitation for program events, and research alumni engagement strategies. This role is hybrid remote. Talent Development & Diversity – You will support the team in providing development opportunities for the Port workforce and support the efforts of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Assist with writing and publishing newsletters, developing and delivering programs, and conducting focus groups or information sessions. This role is based out of SEA Airport. Skilled trades roles can be found under a separate application titled ‘High School Intern – Skilled Trades – Summer 2026.’ Please see the application guidelines for step-by-step instructions on completing your application. A High School Student: At least 16 years of age before the beginning of the internship. Currently enrolled in high school, recently graduated from high school (no more than 12 months removed), or currently in a GED completion program. Curious – You have interest in learning about the Port of Seattle’s operations and career pathways. An Agile Learner – You are comfortable trying new tools. Learning new skills excites you, and you consistently strive for higher proficiency. A Problem-Solver – When problems arise, you look for creative, constructive solutions. Relationships – You are open to developing meaningful, sustainable relationship-building and community-building with racially and culturally diverse people, employees, and communities. Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees. Language Access – Intermediate proficiency in written and verbal English is required. Limited language access supports, including advanced access to materials and assistive technology, may be available. Desired – We hope you live in a zip code identified as Low or Very Low on the Port of Seattle Equity Index and/or are affiliated with one of our community partners listed in the application guidelines. A minimum number of positions will be prioritized for Muckleshoot, Suquamish, and Duwamish Valley youth.

Responsibilities

Interns will assist various departments with daily operations, project support, and administrative tasks while participating in career exploratory activities. They will also collaborate on a team project to be presented to stakeholders at the end of the program.