Project Services Intern

Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) Project Management and Controls Division is recruiting for a Project Services internship. This internship sits within the Project Services section that is specifically a part of the Controls responsibility, the intern will focus on learning and performing tasks related to the control of delivery of capital projects where the critical areas are the design and construction phases. Our section and division are a part of the Project Delivery and Engineering Branch (PDEB) of SPU. The capital projects that we work on as a team member are focused on fostering healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations.

Learning objectives include but are not limited to:

• Exposure and experience with Clarity PPM project management software and Oracle PeopleSoft.
• Learn about project schedules and how different PDEB groups use Clarity PPM.
• Learn how project funding decisions integrate with project schedules.
• Be exposed to the breadth and variety of SPU projects.
• Network with multiple levels and branches across SPU.
• Experience the relationship between contracting, purchasing and project delivery functions.
• See how construction costs impact earned value management.
• Learn about change management including the change model ADKAR.
  
  

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan
  
  

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

Duties may include, but not limited to:

• Update data software with hierarchy detail and Earned Value information.
• Enter receipt of PDEB Capital improvement project contract purchase orders.
• Help set up, run, and perform quality control for the 6-month lookahead report.
• Participate in handling the flow of project documentation.
• Schedule Capital Improvement Project Board briefings.
  
  

Hours: Basic work hours are between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. During school sessions, work hours will be scheduled to complement class schedules (15-20 hours per week). These internships may permit up to 40 hours per week during breaks and summer months.

Qualifications

Education: Applicants must be currently enrolled in and pursuing an undergraduate-level degree related to Public Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Architecture, Construction Management, or a closely related field.

Applicants must be enrolled at least part-time or full-time and maintain a 2.5 GPA for the duration of the internship.

Exception: Students do not need to be enrolled over the summer months but will need to provide at the end of Spring Quarter/Semester proof of continuing and pre-registration for the Fall session as applicable.

Additional Information

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle 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.

The full salary range for this position is: $21.78 - $21.78 per hour.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Dat Nguyen at dat.nguyen@seattle.gov.

How to Apply:

• Attach your college/university's unofficial transcript to your online application (an official transcript will be required at time of hire)
• Cover letter indicating your interest in the internship
• Resume clearly identifying how you meet the qualifications of the internship
  
  

Selected applicants invited to interview will be requested to provide references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.