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Internships and career exploration
Learn about our work and the jobs needed to protect water and human health by applying for an internship or attending a career event.
High school
2025 Clean Water Ambassadors Internship
What: WTD partner with Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust to offer a paid internship experience for a cohort of high school interns. Interns learn about local environmental issues, solutions, and careers focused on clean water in our region.
Who: For high school youth at least 16 years old. We strongly encourage applicants who are new to exploring environmental topics and from diverse backgrounds.
When: Monday to Friday, July 7 to August 7, 27 hours/week
Where: Interns meet in downtown Seattle. ORCA cards are provided.
Highlights:
- Improve communication skills by teaching students and giving a final presentation.
- Learn about clean water topics, including environmental and social justice issues, through field trips and workshops.
- Explore environmental careers by interviewing professionals.
How to apply:
Applications will be open from April 1-21. Check back here for the link on April 1.
Questions? Check out our FAQ or contact:
Siena Ezekiel, Education Program Manager
siena.ezekiel@kingcounty.gov
206-477-2014
Career events
Each year, we host career events to showcase a variety of careers in clean water. Visit our events page to see what’s available.
King County staff also attend and speak at career-exposure events and career fairs for high school, community college, and university students to increase awareness about the wide variety of jobs in wastewater.
TO SCHEDULE A STAFF MEMBER FOR YOUR EVENT, CONTACT:
Kristin Covey, Education Coordinator
kristin.covey@kingcounty.gov
206-263-8856