King County International Airport- Environmental Science Graduate Intern
King County International Airport- Environmental Science Graduate Intern
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King County International Airport (KCIA) is seeking a graduate level intern to work in collaboration with the KCIAs Engineering teams Environmental section. In this position you will gain handson experience in airport environmental compliance industrial stormwater permitting industrial monitoring green energy and infrastructure design and interdisciplinary team planning to accomplish the airports environmental stewardship goals.
The responsibilities of the Environmental Science Intern include performing site inspections and sampling revising and editing technical documents assisting with planning and communication with stakeholders updating digital records and working with environmental staff on emergent projects. The internship will help the student apply their academic skills to gain firsthand knowledge of airport layout and operations from a technical perspective and learn processes involved with environmental permitting and compliance with State and Federal regulations.
KCIAs internship cohort program will provide opportunities to learn about careers in an airport environment and to be supervised and mentored by an airport professional. As part of the KCIAs internship cohort you will have the opportunity to learn from mentor and work with fellow KCIA interns from other areas of expertise and background. Through these experiences we aim to build a strong team that will become future airport and government leaders!
As the only county in the United States named after Martin Luther King JrKing Countyis a community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the artistic and social traditions of many cultures. Together were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence.
You must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in a graduate program and live within a reasonable distance to the King County Airport.
We continue to build on an enduring legacy of shared values of equity and social justice employee engagement innovative thinking and continuous improvement. With this commitment King County has adopted a proequity agenda aimed at advancing regional change and is developing the systems and standards necessary to achieve better outcomes for all of our residents regardless of their race or income. These qualities make King County one of the nations best places to live work and play.Job Duties
- Perform site inspections and stormwater sampling for compliance with NPDES permit
- Update digital files and create new media for communicating environmental projects and solutions
- Perform basic research of equipment and basic data calculations
- Assist in organizing and verifying consultant/contractors project documents
- Assist with site cleanup activities including the Lower Duwamish stormwater system line cleanings source control sampling and tracing
- Provide input for revisions to the airport Stormwater Pollution and Prevention Plan
- Attend meetings and planning sessions
- Participate in green maintenance and landscape planning to offset airport carbon emissions
- Perform general office support and maintain records for assigned work unit
- Respond to inquiries from airport staff and consultants regarding work
- Airport environmental data collection QA/QC and/or reporting
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
- Enrolled in a graduate level Masters or doctorate program with focus on issues related to Environmental Science with prior coursework in the Environmental or Natural Sciencesfrom an accredited institution
- Competence in using computer software such as Microsoft office programs such as Excel PowerPoint Outlook and Word
- Knowledge of basic GIS and AutoCAD applications
- Basic familiarity of site cleanup green infrastructure and landscape principlesand State and Federal environmental regulations
- Familiarity with map types google earth imagery and street addresses
- Skill in working effectively and cooperatively with internal and external customers with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent communication skills in public online and group settings
- Passionate and willing to work in a team environment and independently
Supplemental Information
Work Location:Teleworking and occasionally onsite at the Airport Terminal Building as necessary.
Schedule:Up to oneyear internship starting a week after the 2025 school year. Parttime/Fulltime hours: 20 40 hours per week depending on students availability per their school schedule.
Who May Apply:Currently enrolled graduate level masters or doctorate program with focus on issues related to Environmental Science with prior coursework in the Environmental or Natural Sciences from an accredited institution.
Selection Process: Applications will be screened for clarity completeness and qualifications. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in an interview and practical test. Unfortunately application packets that do not include all the required components and/or do not follow application instructions will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered. Reference checks will be conducted.
A King County application (paper or electronic) is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter. If you have any questions please contact Brittney Marzest.If selected you will need to provide proof of 1 college coursework and 2 enrollment in college for theacademic year.Union Membership: This position is not represented.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
