Category: Opportunity

Position Description:
Seattle Department of Transportation is seeking an Undergraduate or Graduate level student intern to work with the Street Use Division’s GIS and Data team and HUB coordination program. This position will assist a team of 3 GIS and Data professionals by helping organize program files, align processes, provide maps and analysis for Street Use needs.

Education benefit to the student:

Student will gain experience working in enterprise systems.

Skills using ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online, Microsoft SharePoint Online, and Office 365.

Working with the public and with a diverse team with rapidly changing objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

Respond to assigned map requests and maintain data systems from Street Use Division.

Maintain file management system and assist with file cleanup efforts.

Assist workgroups, train others on new systems, manage distribution lists, and respond to urgent needs.

Research and find solutions for program weak points.

Applications due on Tuesday, December 13th at 4:00 p.m.

Learn more here.

See flier below.

This term’s topic is Socially Responsible Purchasing.
This year’s presentations will run from 11:30 am to 1:20 pm on December 8 in the Wallace Hall Commons.

This term’s projects/client partners include:

Supplier Diversity at UW – who are we missing?

Team assessed current supplier partnerships at UW, looking at where and who our WMBE contracts are – or are not – and why

Logos and Certifications – How much do they matter?

Team designed and implemented a UW-wide survey to examine perceptions of different “green” certifications, and how this effects purchasing decisions across campus

Two teams working with the City of Auburn to develop their Buy Local Program

The City of Auburn is launching its Buy Local Program to increase awareness of local business offerings and to help keep money within the community

Teams focused around data collection and marketing/design for the program

Be a Good Dawg marketing team

Be a Good Dawg is a new program with UW Office of Sustainability that is focused around individuals making more sustainable purchasing decisions, being involved in local community events, and being a mindful consumer of energy, resources, etc.

Team developed a matrix of marketing and outreach opportunities (and developed initial outreach materials)

SafeFlame – starting a startup

SafeFlame is a company currently developing safer stoves for residents in Guinea. All stoves use locally-available materials and drastically reduce indoor smoke levels

Team worked tested oven prototypes, examined funding opportunities, partnerships, and grants, and developed social media materials for SafeFlame

CAUSE (Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, nonpartisan, community-based organization with a mission to advance the political empowerment of the Asian Pacific American community through voter registration and education, community outreach, and leadership development.

We are looking for students to apply for our summer internship program called CAUSE Leadership Academy (CLA) . The CAUSE Leadership Academy (CLA) was founded in 1991 in order to develop a pipeline of leadership for the Asian Pacific American (APA) community. CLA teaches students the importance of civic engagement and political participation as it prepares its participants to be leaders at the forefront of the democratic process.

Duration: June 19, 2017 – August 18, 2017 (9 weeks)
Time Commitment: Must be able to commit full time for 40 hours per week. Additional hours to work on a group project will also be required. The number of additional hours will depend on collaborative group efforts.
Stipend: A stipend of $1,500 will be provided upon satisfactory completion of the program and will serve as reimbursement for expenses accrued throughout the program’s duration.
Housing: Accepted interns are required to secure their own housing in Southern California for the duration of their internship. Interns are highly encouraged to seek housing opportunities together.

Applications are due on January 31, 2017.
You can download the application here.

For more information, please visit CAUSE Leadership Academy 2017 at our website.

BACKGROUND + SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

The International Living Future Institute (ILFI) seeks an exceptional intern to support the Biophilic Design Initiative. ILFI is a creative, high-impact organization whose mission is to lead and support the transformation toward communities that are socially just, culturally rich and ecologically
restorative.

The successful candidate must have strong research and written communication skills, pay close attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment. A demonstrated passion to and understanding of Biophilic Design is crucial.

This job is a 9-month temporary position with the potential of renewal based on funding. This position will be located in ILFI’s Seattle office at the Bullitt Center in order to engage directly with ILFI’s CEO. Compensation is commensurate with experience, will be paid hourly, and includes sick time. Health and dental insurance will be fully covered by the Institute.

For more information, visit https://living-future.org/sites/default/files/16-1111%20Biophilic%20Design%20Intern.pdf.

See flier below.

The Mercer Island Community and Event Center (MICEC) Administrative Assistant is a vital position that uses a variety of customer service skills to support the administrative functions of the Mercer Island Community and Event Center and Parks & Recreation Department as a whole. The MICEC Administrative Assistant is responsible for supporting three general areas for the MICEC: 1) Administrative Duties; 2) Analysis and Reporting; and 3) Customer Service.

The position requires a well-educated, analytical, trustworthy, professionally-groomed and outgoing self-starter who thrives in a position that offers new opportunities for growth each day. Task assignments are varied and require advanced computer skills to process, design and distribute information, data and correspondence. They must be willing to take direction, manage the variety of tasks presented to them in a busy and active environment while maintaining an extremely high level of customer service, professionalism and ethics. This individual will be expected to work well and collaborate with a cross-functional team and effectively with the public and other employees in a very busy and sometimes stressful environment. Primary location of this position is the Mercer Island Community and Event Center. This position reports to the MICEC Manager, offering support to the MICEC Management Team.

APPLICATION DUE: Sunday, November 27, 2016 @ 5:00 pm

To read more, visit apply.govjobstoday.com/JobAnnouncement.aspx?jid=6186.

RNA – Land Use Academy – Livability & HALA: Sat. Dec. 10th, 10am-noon @ Calvary Christian Assembly 6801 Roosevelt Way NE (lower floor gym)
Workshop & presentations on the HALA & zoning draft-plans; focusing on various aspects of the Roosevelt neighborhood

Housing Affordability + Livability Presentation – NE Community Meeting: Tues Dec. 13th 6-8pm at Ravenna Community Center, 6535 Ravenna Ave NE, 98115
Sponsored by the Department of Neighborhoods; Office of Planning and Community Development; Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation; Seattle Department of Transportation. ‘casual conversation around proposed changes to your neighborhood to generate more affordable housing, improve transportation services, and parks investments’. Snacks and drinks will be provided. All are welcome.

The following Urban Village maps to be shared & presented:

Fremont

Greenlake / Roosevelt

Lake City

Northgate

Upper Queen Anne

Wallingford