City Council Work Study Intern - Job 2022-00850
The Seattle Legislative Department is seeking undergraduate (preferably a sophomore, junior, or senior) or graduate work study eligible students to support the work of the City Councilmembers, which may include interactions with staff throughout the department, as well as members of the public and other City of Seattle personnel.
The Legislative Department welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, including non-traditional students who desire to work in a fast-paced, friendly, service-oriented organization.
EDUCATIONAL BENEFIT TO STUDENT:
- Gain valuable exposure to the inner workings of local city governance and the legislative process by interacting with and aiding Councilmembers and their Legislative Assistants (LAs).
- Develop greater awareness of local issues by meeting and engaging with community stakeholders and constituents.
- Participate in the policy-making process through conversations with LAs and Councilmembers.
- Gain valuable writing experience by responding to community inquiries about proposed legislation and other pertinent issues.
- Attend legislative meetings and participate in organizational tours; and,
- Develop critical problem-solving and communication skills.
YOU WILL BE MOST SUCCESSFUL IN THIS POSITION IF YOU:
- Are passionate about City government and are eager to dive into new challenges and opportunities with an abundance of positivity and urgency.
- Have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Enjoy helping others and proving customer service.
- Can proficiently use Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel), photocopiers, scanners, and other office equipment.
- Have a commitment to identifying issues important to the local community through an equity, social justice, diversity, and inclusion lens.
- Are skilled in conducting internet research.