Snohomish PUD Hiring Summer Interns
The Snohomish County Public Utility District (PUD) is recruiting for two paid internship positions this summer. Applications are due on Friday, February 13. For more information and to apply, visit the individual job postings, linked below.
Summer Student Intern – Natural Resources Field
This summer position with Snohomish PUD’s Natural Resources team will support terrestrial and aquatic resource management at Snohomish PUD’s hydroelectric projects by monitoring forest canopy gaps, snags, and other habitat features, as well as conducting noxious weed surveys. The role also involves assisting with water quality and quantity monitoring, fish and aquatic habitat monitoring, while entering, managing, and analyzing data for annual FERC reporting. This position offers hands-on experience in environmental science, including field data collection in rugged and remote terrain, GIS mapping, and regulatory compliance for hydroelectric operations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 18 years or older at time of application.
- High School student or student currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate or vocational program, working toward a degree or certification.
Experience/Education
- Current transcripts, progress reports, and/or student enrollment histories are required at time of application.
- Proof of student status for upcoming quarter is required prior to hire. Acceptable documents include: current registration/enrollment notice, or letter of intent from Registrar’s office, or student enrollment history, or tuition payment confirmation or cancelled check.
- Must successfully complete the pre-employment screening process, including testing for employment (if applicable)
Preferred Qualifications
- Working towards a degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or other Technical or Scientific field relating to environmental matters.
- Able to work as a team member and independently.
Summer Student Intern – Natural Resources Stewardship
This summer position with Snohomish PUD’s Natural Resources team focuses on sustainability and education of natural resources at the Woods Creek Hydro Project and Sustainability Center. Primary responsibilities include developing planting plans, preparing pollinator beds, overseeing invasive weed management, leading volunteer events in the food forest, and creating educational materials and web content. The role also provides a high-level overview of the operation of FERC-licensed hydroelectric projects, offering hands-on experience in vegetation management, natural resources stewardship, and community engagement.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 18 years or older at time of application.
- High School student or student currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate or vocational program, working toward a degree or certification.
Experience/Education
- Current transcripts, progress reports, and/or student enrollment histories are required at time of application.
- Proof of student status for upcoming quarter is required prior to hire. Acceptable documents include: current registration/enrollment notice, or letter of intent from Registrar’s office, or student enrollment history, or tuition payment confirmation or cancelled check.
- Must successfully complete the pre-employment screening process, including testing for employment (if applicable)
Preferred Qualifications
- Working towards a degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or other Technical or Scientific field relating to environmental matters.
- Able to work as a team member and independently.