Internships
Gain experience. Make an impact. Build your career and your community!
- Are you curious about a career in public service?
- Looking to earn while you learn?
- Excited to make a real difference in your community?
If so, consider joining the City of Seattle as an intern! Our internship program is a chance to grow your skills, explore meaningful career paths, and contribute to the work that makes Seattle a vibrant, inclusive, and innovative city.
Why Intern with Us?
The City of Seattle is home to more than 12,000 employees working across 40 departments — from arts and transportation to sustainability, technology, housing, and more. With over 1,100 unique job titles, we offer pathways in nearly every field.
Internships with the City are designed to:
- Provide hands-on experience in public service
- Complement your academic program
- Help you build a strong professional network
- Prepare you for future career opportunities in the public sector
Internship Benefits
- Meaningful work on real-world projects
- Flexible hours that work with your schedule
- Professional development and learning opportunities
- Competitive hourly pay
- Commuter benefits (including ORCA pass + car share discounts)
- Access to the Flash Mentorship Program
- Paid sick and safe leave (after 90 days of employment)
- Click here to view a full list of intern benefits (printable)
Who’s Eligible?
- Be currently enrolled in an accredited certificate, 2-year, 4-year, or graduate program
- Maintain a minimum GPA of:
- 2.0 for most undergraduate students
- 2.5 for accounting or engineering majors
- 3.0 for graduate students
Note: Every internship opportunity at the City of Seattle is unique. Please review the internship advertisement for a more specific list of additional qualifications.
Internships for Every Interest
We hire students from a wide range of majors and programs. Internship roles vary throughout the year and can include work in areas like:
- Data & technology
- Urban planning
- Public health
- Community engagement
- Communications
- Human resources
- Environmental science — and much more!
Most internships are part-time during the academic year and may be full-time during the summer. Each posting includes specific details, including application deadlines and requirements.
How to Apply
- Visit our Student Internship Opportunities page to view current openings.
- Applications are only accepted while a position is open (typically for about two weeks).
- Be sure to review our application and interview tips to prepare your strongest application.
- Learn more about working for the City of Seattle here!
Interning with the City of Seattle is more than a résumé builder — it’s a chance to make a real impact, gain valuable experience, and explore what public service has to offer.