The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust partners with King County Wastewater Treatment Division offer a paid internship experience for a cohort of high school interns to learn about local environmental issues, solutions, and careers focused on clean water in our region.
WHO: High school youth at least 16 years old. We strongly encourage applicants who are new to exploring environmental topics and/or who are from communities that are underrepresented in environmental careers.
WHEN: July 8 – August 9, 2024 (28 hours/week, Monday-Friday).
WHERE: Interns meet in downtown Seattle on Monday-Friday, at the Stadium Light Rail Station or King Street Center.
BENEFITS: Earn $20 per hour.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT:
- Learn about environmental and social justice issues by participating in field trips and workshops
- Improve communication skills through interviewing professionals, public speaking, and professional writing
- Create a plan for teaching your community about clean water
- Exposure to careers and skills related to: water quality, wastewater & stormwater management, communications, community involvement, education, engineering, and ecological restoration
- Working in both office and field environments
How to Apply:
Applications for the 2024 cohort are closed. Sign up here to get notified when applications for 2025 open!
Learn More:
Read about former Clean Water Ambassadors’ career journeys in this blog: “Kickstart Your Career with Tips From Young Leaders Who Are Working to Make the World a Better Place.”
Questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions or email education@mtsgreenway.org.
