King County
Civic Engagement Intern
King County - Pasco, Washington, us, 99302
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Salary:
$20.23 - $26.89 Hourly Location :
WA 98057-2906, WA Job Type:
Intern Job Number:
2025JR24633 Department:
KCE - King County Elections Division:
Election Outreach Opening Date:
05/15/2025 Closing Date:
6/16/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA:
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit:
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines Full- or Part-Time:
Part Time
Summary "We conduct accessible, secure, and accurate elections." - King County Elections Mission Statement
The Department of Elections at King County is committed to civic engagement and voter education to increase voter participation and eliminate barriers to voting. We work year-round to be the leader in providing inclusive elections. The Elections Outreach team is responsible for engaging with, educating, and registering all our communities of voters and future voters. The Civic Education Interns will be involved in reaching out to high schools in King County, with a special focus on South King County during the 2025/2026 academic year.
The Department of Elections has a great opportunity for Civic Engagement lntern(s) that will support the ongoing outreach, by: Working across teams to develop and implement a civic education program; and Outreach to young voters, specifically within high schools in King County Interns will also develop the following skills:
Public Speaking and professional written communications; Working in both office and field environments; Independent professional work and time management; and Working with diverse peers in small groups Job Duties
Learn and communicate knowledge about King County's elections process; Create civic engagement and election education content; Conduct outreach with high school students; Present civic education materials and engage with voters and future voters; and Other administrative tasks performed as necessary. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Must be able to commit at least one weekday for this internship; Must be enrolled in
college
or a
high school student in a Running Start Program ; Must have reliable transportation; Must be at least 16 years old when the program begins on August 18; Passion for civic education and increasing voter participation; Experienced in presenting complex information in plain, accessible language; Have excellent communication skills; and Have current and valid identification and proof of eligibility for employment in the U.S. Supplemental Information Classification is based on current education enrollment; the following are classifications and hourly pay rate ranges the applicant will be considered for:
Intern 1 (High School Student Intern) - Compensation: $20.23 - $25.64 Intern 2 (Undergraduate Student Intern) - Compensation Range: $21.21 - $26.89 Work Location
Interns will visit various high school campuses in King County, mainly South King County. Interns will be required to come to the King County Election Headquarters (919 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057). Travel to work locations throughout King County with limited or no public transportation services is required. A valid Washington State Driver's License is required to operate King County vehicles. This position is not benefits eligible; however, interns will be eligible to receive a regional bus pass during their assignment.
Schedule
This position is part-time (up to 5 hours per week). The hours are flexible from Aug 18th, 2025, to May 30th, 2026, with some in the office and some remote work. The intern must commit to the duration of their assignment and be able to travel at least one day per week for presentations and trainings that take place throughout South King County. Union Affiliation: This position is not represented.
Who May Apply: this position is open to all students enrolled in
college
or a
high school student in a Running Start Program
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully.
A complete application will have the following elements:
Resume Cover Letter that explains experience and answers the following questions:
Why are you interested in this internship? (200 words max); In your opinion, what excites young (or future) Voters about participating in the voting process? (200 words max); How have you engaged with your community? (If you are new to community engagement) How do you hope to engage with your community? (200 words max); and Tell us a little bit about your plans for the next academic year.
Applicants selected to move forward in the process, must be able to attend an in-person interview around the last two weeks of July and will be asked to present a five-minute PowerPoint presentation on a topic of their choice.
If you need this announcement in an alternate format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process please contact King County Elections HR Analyst Jeremy Rivera at jeremy.rivera@kingcounty.gov.
For questions about the internship program please contact program leads: Michael Papritz at mpapritz@kingcounty.gov or KC Jung at Kyung.Jung@kingcounty.gov.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Come join the team
dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. This position is not eligible for King County leave, holiday, insured, or other benefits. Please contact the recruiter on the posting for any additional questions regarding associated benefits. 01
Are you currently a student enrolled in a High School Running Start Program or at an accredited college/university, and will you continue to be in an active student status after the summer of 2025?
Current High School Student in a Running Start Program Current College/University Student Not currently enrolled as a student
02
If you are a current student, proof of registration and/or transcript showing enrollment status will be requested as part of the employment process. If selected, are you able to provide documentation showing your registration for the upcoming 2025/2026 school year?
Yes No
03
A resume and cover letter are required for this position. Have you attached your resume and cover letter?
Yes No
Required Question
$20.23 - $26.89 Hourly Location :
WA 98057-2906, WA Job Type:
Intern Job Number:
2025JR24633 Department:
KCE - King County Elections Division:
Election Outreach Opening Date:
05/15/2025 Closing Date:
6/16/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA:
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit:
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines Full- or Part-Time:
Part Time
Summary "We conduct accessible, secure, and accurate elections." - King County Elections Mission Statement
The Department of Elections at King County is committed to civic engagement and voter education to increase voter participation and eliminate barriers to voting. We work year-round to be the leader in providing inclusive elections. The Elections Outreach team is responsible for engaging with, educating, and registering all our communities of voters and future voters. The Civic Education Interns will be involved in reaching out to high schools in King County, with a special focus on South King County during the 2025/2026 academic year.
The Department of Elections has a great opportunity for Civic Engagement lntern(s) that will support the ongoing outreach, by: Working across teams to develop and implement a civic education program; and Outreach to young voters, specifically within high schools in King County Interns will also develop the following skills:
Public Speaking and professional written communications; Working in both office and field environments; Independent professional work and time management; and Working with diverse peers in small groups Job Duties
Learn and communicate knowledge about King County's elections process; Create civic engagement and election education content; Conduct outreach with high school students; Present civic education materials and engage with voters and future voters; and Other administrative tasks performed as necessary. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Must be able to commit at least one weekday for this internship; Must be enrolled in
college
or a
high school student in a Running Start Program ; Must have reliable transportation; Must be at least 16 years old when the program begins on August 18; Passion for civic education and increasing voter participation; Experienced in presenting complex information in plain, accessible language; Have excellent communication skills; and Have current and valid identification and proof of eligibility for employment in the U.S. Supplemental Information Classification is based on current education enrollment; the following are classifications and hourly pay rate ranges the applicant will be considered for:
Intern 1 (High School Student Intern) - Compensation: $20.23 - $25.64 Intern 2 (Undergraduate Student Intern) - Compensation Range: $21.21 - $26.89 Work Location
Interns will visit various high school campuses in King County, mainly South King County. Interns will be required to come to the King County Election Headquarters (919 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057). Travel to work locations throughout King County with limited or no public transportation services is required. A valid Washington State Driver's License is required to operate King County vehicles. This position is not benefits eligible; however, interns will be eligible to receive a regional bus pass during their assignment.
Schedule
This position is part-time (up to 5 hours per week). The hours are flexible from Aug 18th, 2025, to May 30th, 2026, with some in the office and some remote work. The intern must commit to the duration of their assignment and be able to travel at least one day per week for presentations and trainings that take place throughout South King County. Union Affiliation: This position is not represented.
Who May Apply: this position is open to all students enrolled in
college
or a
high school student in a Running Start Program
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully.
A complete application will have the following elements:
Resume Cover Letter that explains experience and answers the following questions:
Why are you interested in this internship? (200 words max); In your opinion, what excites young (or future) Voters about participating in the voting process? (200 words max); How have you engaged with your community? (If you are new to community engagement) How do you hope to engage with your community? (200 words max); and Tell us a little bit about your plans for the next academic year.
Applicants selected to move forward in the process, must be able to attend an in-person interview around the last two weeks of July and will be asked to present a five-minute PowerPoint presentation on a topic of their choice.
If you need this announcement in an alternate format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process please contact King County Elections HR Analyst Jeremy Rivera at jeremy.rivera@kingcounty.gov.
For questions about the internship program please contact program leads: Michael Papritz at mpapritz@kingcounty.gov or KC Jung at Kyung.Jung@kingcounty.gov.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Come join the team
dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. This position is not eligible for King County leave, holiday, insured, or other benefits. Please contact the recruiter on the posting for any additional questions regarding associated benefits. 01
Are you currently a student enrolled in a High School Running Start Program or at an accredited college/university, and will you continue to be in an active student status after the summer of 2025?
Current High School Student in a Running Start Program Current College/University Student Not currently enrolled as a student
02
If you are a current student, proof of registration and/or transcript showing enrollment status will be requested as part of the employment process. If selected, are you able to provide documentation showing your registration for the upcoming 2025/2026 school year?
Yes No
03
A resume and cover letter are required for this position. Have you attached your resume and cover letter?
Yes No
Required Question