GIS Intern w/ Port of Seattle

Job Title: Graduate Intern - Research Proposal Project
Job ID: 6084
Location: Seattle, Port HQ Pier 69
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary

PURPOSE: 
The Port of Seattle is seeking an energetic and motivated graduate student candidate to develop, design and execute a research project of their choice in an area of mutual interest to the student and the Port.  The Port of Seattle’s Environmental and Planning Department manages a variety of issues.  Though not a complete list of relevant subject matter, some guidance on proposed research topics could include:  enhancing freight mobility;  supply chain management for larger vessels;   Land use issues and strategies related to urban ports and gentrification pressures; revitalization of marine related industry; regulatory frameworks that create win-win scenarios for the environment and business growth; ;; electric energy systems analysis planning for 21st century; clean water strategies; strategies for leveraging national port policies and grant opportunities to the Port’s benefit; application of green technologies to port operations, etc. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: 
Must have broad exposure to the disciplines of environmental sciences, engineering, planning or related disciplines.  Must have strong personal initiative and the ability to work independently. Must possess the ability to prioritize, organize, and complete projects under time constraints. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary department required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and automated data systems required. Should have experience with extensive research and ability to manage data in an organized manner. Should have a working knowledge of the components to create a strong research proposal. Must possess strong analytical and time-management skills. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 
Combination of education and experience demonstrating knowledge, skills and abilities equivalent to: 

Must be enrolled in (or recently graduated from; interns may intern up to twelve months post-graduation) a graduate degree program, leading to a degree in environmental science, earth science, natural resource management, environmental policy, environmental engineering or a related field. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Strong understanding of Port related issues, maritime industries, and marine infrastructure is preferred.
  
• Driver's License
  
• A valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one, is required.
  

Environment Information

• Will generally work in an office environment but will depend upon the chosen candidate's proposal requirements.
  

Weekly Standard Hours

• This is a summer intern position expected to last from May/June to August/September 2014, with the potential for extension at the department's discretion.  Normal work hours will be scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  

Special Position Information

• We strongly encourage applicants to combine their cover letter, resume and proposal into one document before applying for a Job Opening.

For full job description and application details: http://careers.nwjobs.com/jobs/detail/print/62523929

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