College Intern – Human Resources Communications

This is a full-time summer internship opportunity. Gain firsthand experience with internal communications tools, techniques, and strategies in support of a highly active human resources department at a large public organization. Some of your duties include:

• Assist the HR Communications team with producing video and written stories for internal and external channels that highlight the Port of Seattle employee experience, including internships.  
• Photography for publication to internal and external channels (including the Port of Seattle website) and in support of employee events.  
• Publish news articles, events, and updates to the employee intranet website.
• Design printed and digital flyers for publication to employee-facing bulletin boards and displays.
• Other duties as assigned. 

• A student – You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or a recent graduate (< 1 year ago) in a degree program such as communications, journalism, media, business, political science, or similar.
• Committed to equity - You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.  
• A storyteller – You put your audience first, crafting the right words, graphics, photos, or video to capture their interest and absorb your message.  
• Meticulous – You pay attention to detail and accuracy, you have an eye for aesthetics, and you hold your work to high standards.  
• Skilled with a camera – You have hands-on photography and videography experience, including camera operation, framing, lighting basics, and setting up/using sound equipment such as microphones and audio recorders for quality audio capture.
• Adept with publishing apps - You have experience publishing written and visual content using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as graphic design apps like Canva or Adobe Express. You have some experience with video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro.
• A quick and eager learner – Trying new tools, learning new skills, and taking on new responsibilities excites you.
• A resilient optimist – When obstacles or problems arise, you look for creative, constructive solutions.
• Curious and outgoing – You are comfortable asking questions to clarify ideas and to draw out salient details. You are able to work within a collaborative environment, demonstrating strong teamwork skills and attitude.
• Organized and proactive – You have experience prioritizing and completing multiple, simultaneous projects. You have a track record of successfully meeting tight deadlines and staying ahead of your to-do list.