Graduate Intern , County of King, WA

The King County Executive - Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget seeks one graduate student intern to assist with planning and implementation of the public engagement component of its King County Strategic Plan update (www.kingcounty.gov/strategicplan). The overall project is an effort to engage both internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic conversation about the plan and how it needs to evolve for the next planning period (2015-2019). The intern will assist in planning for each component of the engagement (online engagement tools, social media, focus groups, key stakeholder meetings and public meetings) and will participate in on-going design and implementation of the community engagement program. Interns receive a free bus pass. There is no additional benefit package.
Assignments will provide practical application of coursework and exposure to the following areas:
•Data Analysis
•Program Analysis & Evaluation
•Project Management
•Facilitating Meetings
•Presentation & Public Speaking Skills
•Working with a team
•Strategic Planning
•Report Writing

WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to students currently enrolled and continuing in the fall of 2013 in full time status at an accredited university/college with coursework in the described areas. Proof of full time enrollment status is required.

WORK SCHEDULE: The work schedule will be Monday-Friday. The workweek will consist of a minimum of 10 to a maximum of 20 hours. This internship is for the fall term and expected to last until the end of December 2013.

FORMS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED: Application and supplemental questions available at http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs , attach copy of resume, cover letter, writing sample and most recent transcript to the on-line application in the Resume Attachment section.

CONTACT: If you have additional questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Lynn Argento at lynn.argento@kingcounty.gov or 206-263-9644.

REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION: Highly organized, ability to juggle multiple tasks in a short timeframe, ability to write for different audiences and communication vehicles, strong facilitation experience, data analysis, interest in equity, social justice, and citizen engagement. Experience with Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants meeting qualifications will be screened based upon clarity, completeness, content, grammar and punctuation of their application materials. The most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview and reference check.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Washington State Driver’s License or the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner.

HOW TO APPLY

www.kingcounty.gov/jobs