High School Intern – Summer 2026
About The Position
The mission of Port of Seattle’s High School Internship Program is to build diverse talent pathways into Port careers. As a high school intern, you will work to learn about Port industries and develop the competencies of our future workforce, including project management, public speaking, professional networking, and team leadership. Mondays-Thursdays you will be placed with a department and assist them in completing a body of work. Fridays you will participate in career exploratory activities, such as on-site and behind-the-scenes tours of Port facilities, learning about Port operations through meetings with employees, and attending professional development workshops. You will work with a team to complete a final project and present your work to internal and external stakeholders in the final week of the program.
Requirements
- At least 16 years of age before the beginning of the internship.
- Currently enrolled in high school, recently graduated from high school (no more than 12 months removed), or currently in a GED completion program.
- Curious – You have interest in learning about the Port of Seattle’s operations and career pathways.
- An Agile Learner – You are comfortable trying new tools. Learning new skills excites you, and you consistently strive for higher proficiency.
- A Problem-Solver – When problems arise, you look for creative, constructive solutions.
- Relationships – You are open to developing meaningful, sustainable relationship-building and community-building with racially and culturally diverse people, employees, and communities.
- Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.
- Intermediate proficiency in written and verbal English is required.
Nice To Haves
- Live in a zip code identified as Low or Very Low on the Port of Seattle Equity Index and/or are affiliated with one of our community partners listed in the application guidelines.
- A minimum number of positions will be prioritized for Muckleshoot, Suquamish, and Duwamish Valley youth.
Responsibilities
- Assist departments in completing a body of work.
- Participate in career exploratory activities, including facility tours and professional development workshops.
- Work with a team to complete a final project and present it to stakeholders.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
