Some of what you'll be doing:

There are two (2) available positions for this opportunity.

This full-time summer internship position will provide a hands-on learning opportunity of the operational and business practices for two of Seattle’s most popular marinas.

Some of your essential duties include:

• Assist marina operations by providing customer service in the office and outside in the marina.

• Duties will include making reservations; ensuring customer compliance with rules and regulations; assisting customers mooring and operations on the docks; ensuring marina and facilities are safe, clean, and secure for customers, visitors and guests; and responding to telephone calls, marine radio calls, and individual customers.

• Assist Management with compiling data and special projects as needed.

• When on the docks, duties will include meeting, greeting, and assisting customers; conducting periodic visual inspection of marina garbage, dock and marina upland cleanliness; and light janitorial responsibilities.

• Assisting with vessel moorage checks; inspecting and ensuring vessels are properly secured to dock cleats, stable at waterline, checking for spills in the marina.

Who you are:

• A student – You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or a recent graduate (< 1 year ago) in an undergraduate degree or certificate program.

• 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.

• Use of Technology – You have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

• Customer Service – You possess excellent customer services skills (especially face to face interaction), problem-solving skills, verbal and written communication skills, keyboard skills, and general computer familiarity. You’re friendly and courteous to customers.

• Desired – We hope you have one year experience in a high-volume customer service environment. You are self-directed; possess good critical thinking skills; work well in a team environment; have basic familiarity with marinas, boats, or related environments.

What else you need to know:

• Work Schedule – This is a summer intern position expected to last for roughly three (3) months during the summer of 2025. The schedule will vary based upon operational needs. The shift hours vary between 7 AM and 10 PM, seven days a week.

• Work Environment – Shilshole Bay Marina facility is a 24/7 operation and Bell Harbor is seven days a week, 7AM-5 PM with periods of peak workloads and high customer volume. You will work in a hybrid remote/office environment as well as outside on the docks in all types of weather conditions. All staff members working on the docks are required to wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) and one will be provided by management. Will be required to cover holidays and weekends as needed.

• Limited Duration – This is a limited duration position and is expected to last no longer than five months.

• Driver’s License – You will need a valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one, in order to travel locally to project sites.

• Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington State within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.

Why you'll love it here:

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “ Collective Bargaining Agreement ” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work from home.

• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.

• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.

• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

Why the Port of Seattle:

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here .

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity .

Location: Shilshole Bay Marina

Organization: Recreational Boating Mgmt

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Expires: Apr 6, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Minimum Salary: 21.76

Midpoint Salary: 29.26

Req ID: 003276

The Port of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, knowing decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, regulations and ordinances. To help comply with all state and federal requirements, we appreciate you voluntarily answering the questions below. The information on this form will be kept confidential. Click https://www.portseattle.org/page/ethnicity-definitions for definitions and descriptions of the categories referenced below regarding Ethnicity and Race. Click https://www.portseattle.org/page/vevraa-information for information and definitions of the categories referenced below regarding Protected Veterans status.