Scholarship Intern

Skookum • Bremerton, WA

4d • $20 - $20

About The Position

Join Tessera and make a difference! Tessera is: A national leader in employing individuals with disabilities and veterans. Composed of a dynamic, growing team of social entrepreneurs. Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and in the District of Columbia, workforce of over 1,700 employees. Dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience to our customers. Committed to offering an outstanding employee support and development program. Tessera’s Bremerton, Washington, Home Office supports nationwide operations with a team of highly trained and motivated professionals in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more. Location: Bremerton, Washington Type: Non-Exempt (Temporary) Compensation: $20.00 per hour Work Schedule: Part-time (This position will be expected to work 8 hours a week, from March-August 2026.) As a Scholarship Intern, you'll… The Scholarship Intern will play a critical role in supporting the Community Support Committee’s Scholarship Program. This position will assist with applicant support, application processing, and administrative tasks, ensuring a smooth and equitable scholarship process. The intern will act as a liaison between the Community Support Committee and scholarship applicants, providing guidance and resources to help students successfully complete their applications and identify other potential funding opportunities. This position will be expected to work 8 hours a week, from March-August 2026. You'd make an excellent Scholarship Intern if you: Consider yourself a people person. Love working on collaborative teams. Are dedicated to internal and external customer service. Take pride in your work. Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work. Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible Interns. Paid federal holidays and paid sick leave on a pro-rata basis, based on number of hours worked Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) An engaging wellness program including an on-site gym Summary of desired skills and experience for the Tessera Scholarship Intern: Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at [phone] ext. 349, or email [email protected]. Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify Please submit a resume if you do not currently see an opportunity but are interested in working for Tessera. Click the "Sign In" Link in the top right corner of the screen to sign in to your candidate home account. You can check on your application status, sign up for job alerts, view job offers, and check on the status of pending hiring tasks. Tessera is committed to creating opportunities for people with disabilities, a purpose that drives everything we do. As a trusted provider in facility management, manufacturing, and vehicle maintenance, we focus on investing in our people to deliver exceptional results for our customers. Our customers rely on Tessera to consistently provide high-quality products and services, enabling them to achieve their goals. We fulfill our purpose when our customers meet theirs. At Tessera, we prioritize leadership development and are dedicated to specialized recruitment, career advancement, and job training. As a national leader in Disability and Veteran recruitment, hiring, and retention, Tessera continues to empower individuals and drive success across industries. At Tessera, we offer competitive wages and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth. Working here is more than just a job; it’s a meaningful career that enables you to make a positive impact every day. We currently support over 1,700 employees across 13 states and Washington, D.C., and continue to expand nationwide.

Requirements

• Preferably in the process of obtaining a BA/BS in Education, Business, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Previous experience applying for Tessera’s scholarship required.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of confidentiality, time management, organizational, and communication skills.
• A valid state driver’s license is preferred with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
• A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with financial aid processes and/or experience working with students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Host webinars to guide applicants through the scholarship application process.
• Provide one-on-one assistance to applicants needing additional support to strengthen their applications.
• Host weekly virtual office hours to address applicant questions and offer personalized assistance.
• Assist applicants in researching and identifying other external scholarship opportunities.
• Review and screen submitted applications for eligibility and completeness.
• Communicate with applicants to resolve incomplete or missing information in their submissions.
• Contact schools to obtain W9 tax forms for scholarship disbursements.
• Collaborate with Finance to process approved scholarship awards by submitting required W9s and invoices.
• Prepare and send award letters to scholarship recipients.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of scholarship payments to recipients’ schools.
• Maintain accurate records of applicant communications, application statuses, and award distributions.
• Collaborate with the Community Support Committee to support overall program goals and objectives.
• All Other Duties as Assigned.

Benefits

• Paid federal holidays and paid sick leave on a pro-rata basis, based on number of hours worked
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• An engaging wellness program including an on-site gym

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees