What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Intern - Parks Architectural Design position at City of Seattle?
Position Description
About Seattle Parks and Recreation:
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate, and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.
Equity & Inclusion:
Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs, and facilities. #OneSeattle
About the Seattle Parks & Recreation Planning & Capital Development Branch:
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Planning & Capital Development Branch (PCD) provides long range planning, technical design, review, and construction oversight for SPR major maintenance and development projects. PCD is comprised of project managers, engineers, landscape architects, planners and administrative staff.
Position Description:
We are looking to hire 1 intern for the summer and possibly ongoing during the academic year. The successful candidate will provide design and research support for SPR's Engineering, Design, and Technical Services Unit, in the implementation of planning projects and capital improvement projects. Intern will be supervised by a senior architect to learn and receive on the job training. The full-time internship will begin between mid-June to early July, and end on September 19, 2025. Intern will work 40 hours per week, hybrid remote/in-office and will perform both office and field work. If the internship continues into the academic year the schedule will be reduced to 20 hours per week.
Educational Benefits to the Student:
This internship will provide an opportunity to work with a team of Architects, Landscape Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors as part of the SPR's "Engineering, Design, and Technical Services Unit (EDT)". The student will gain "real world" experience by working alongside established designers and providing design support to EDT. The student will help with all aspects of Architectural Design work, including updates to current design standards, support on capital improvement projects with focus on drafting, concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction administration.
Job Responsibilities
33%
Required Qualifications
Education and/or Experience in GIS, Planning, Sustainability Focus, Environmental Engineering.
Additional Information
The salary range for this internship is $26.71 to $26.71 per hour. This is a temporary, non-benefited position that will last throughout the summer, with the possibility of continuing at a reduced schedule during the academic year.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your completed online application:
This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation 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. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation – Parks | seattle.gov
SPR’s Core Competencies are:
Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making and promoting high quality standards.
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City’s commitment to workforce equity.
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the city.
Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.
About Seattle Parks and Recreation:
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate, and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.
Equity & Inclusion:
Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs, and facilities. #OneSeattle
About the Seattle Parks & Recreation Planning & Capital Development Branch:
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Planning & Capital Development Branch (PCD) provides long range planning, technical design, review, and construction oversight for SPR major maintenance and development projects. PCD is comprised of project managers, engineers, landscape architects, planners and administrative staff.
Position Description:
We are looking to hire 1 intern for the summer and possibly ongoing during the academic year. The successful candidate will provide design and research support for SPR's Engineering, Design, and Technical Services Unit, in the implementation of planning projects and capital improvement projects. Intern will be supervised by a senior architect to learn and receive on the job training. The full-time internship will begin between mid-June to early July, and end on September 19, 2025. Intern will work 40 hours per week, hybrid remote/in-office and will perform both office and field work. If the internship continues into the academic year the schedule will be reduced to 20 hours per week.
Educational Benefits to the Student:
This internship will provide an opportunity to work with a team of Architects, Landscape Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors as part of the SPR's "Engineering, Design, and Technical Services Unit (EDT)". The student will gain "real world" experience by working alongside established designers and providing design support to EDT. The student will help with all aspects of Architectural Design work, including updates to current design standards, support on capital improvement projects with focus on drafting, concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction administration.
Job Responsibilities
33%
- General design support of Capital Improvement Projects
- Technical research, reports and presentation of findings
- Interns will be part of a citywide intern cohort and participate in departmental and city training opportunities and other events.
- Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Master of Architecture program at an accredited institution.
- General knowledge of design, graphics, drafting.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively verbally and in writing with coworkers and supervisory staff.
- Must pass a background check.
- May be asked to work on weekends and evenings.
- This internship will require frequent travel between different locations within the city. Current WA Driver’s License or proof of equivalent mobility required.
Education and/or Experience in GIS, Planning, Sustainability Focus, Environmental Engineering.
Additional Information
The salary range for this internship is $26.71 to $26.71 per hour. This is a temporary, non-benefited position that will last throughout the summer, with the possibility of continuing at a reduced schedule during the academic year.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your completed online application:
- [Required] A cover letter in which you clearly describe your interest, skills, and abilities.
- [Required] A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
- [Required] Unofficial Transcript including a list of current courses. Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to participate.
- [Required] References – 3 including 1 from current supervisor or graduate advisor.
This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation 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. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation – Parks | seattle.gov
SPR’s Core Competencies are:
Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making and promoting high quality standards.
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City’s commitment to workforce equity.
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the city.
Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.
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