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Arcosa LWB, LLC

Intern - Engineering

Seattle, WA

$25/hr

Create and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for critical manufacturing and maintenance processes, including safety requirements, work instructions, and supporting documentation.

Arcosa Lightweight

Intern - Engineering

Seattle, WA · On-site

$25/hr

Create and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for critical manufacturing and maintenance processes, including safety requirements, work instructions, and supporting documentation.

City of Tacoma

** TPU Intern Showcase 2026

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$16 - $21.50/hr

Intern Showcase & Career Pathways Event You're invited to Tacoma Public Utilities' Intern Showcase ... Tacoma Water has a proud tradition of operating and maintaining one of the country's oldest ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Bonney Lake, WA · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy ... Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$18 - $22.25/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy ... Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy ... Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Seattle, WA

$19 - $23.50/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy ... Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Woodinville, WA · On-site

$18.75 - $23.25/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy ... Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Everett, WA · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy ... Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Seattle, WA

$19 - $23.50/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy ... Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern - Grad

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$19 - $23.50/hr

As a Graduate Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your didactic learning from pharmacy school and ... Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts ...

Vigor, LLC

Project Management Intern

Seattle, WA · On-site

$23.08 - $26.44/hr

... industrial business operating in six locations with approximately 1,800 people in Oregon ... The Intern role is intended to be a learning and contributing position. The position, within the ...

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How much do operator intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for operator intern in Seattle, WA is $19.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.39 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Operator Intern vs Equipment Operator?

AspectOperator Intern
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical training or coursework
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised, training-focused
Employer UsageInternship programs in manufacturing, construction, or industrial settings
Job FocusLearning and assisting with equipment operation

In contrast, an Equipment Operator is a trained professional responsible for operating heavy machinery independently. While Operator Interns are in training, Equipment Operators have more experience and certifications, enabling them to perform tasks with less supervision. The internship serves as a stepping stone toward becoming a fully qualified Equipment Operator.

What are some common challenges Operator Interns face during their training period?

Operator Interns often encounter challenges such as adapting to strict safety protocols, quickly learning to operate complex machinery, and understanding detailed process documentation. The fast-paced environment requires attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions precisely. Interns may also need to develop effective communication skills to work seamlessly with experienced operators and supervisors, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing downtime.

What does an Operator Intern do?

An Operator Intern assists experienced operators in monitoring and controlling machinery or equipment in industries such as manufacturing, utilities, or chemical processing. Their responsibilities often include observing processes, recording data, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. This internship provides hands-on experience and training in operational procedures, troubleshooting, and compliance with industry standards. Operator Interns work under supervision to gain the skills needed for a full-time operator role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Operator Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operator Intern, you generally need a basic understanding of industrial processes, mechanical aptitude, and a high school diploma or current enrollment in a related technical program. Familiarity with safety protocols, process control systems, and basic computer applications is typically required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure safe, efficient operations and to support learning and growth within an industrial environment.
What are the most commonly searched types of Operator jobs in Seattle, WA? The most popular types of Operator jobs in Seattle, WA are:
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Intern, Research

Intern, Research

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Seattle, WA • On-site

$21.30 - $30.13/hr

Part-time

Retirement

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Prlic laboratory in the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Division (VIDD) at Fred Hutch is recruiting a Research Intern to participate in projects focused on tissue-resident T cells, regulatory T cells and B cell responses.

The Research Intern will have the opportunity to work on antibody design.  The candidate will be responsible for conducting standard laboratory work in support of scientific research by performing bench-level experiments, operating analytical instruments, recovering, compiling and verifying the accuracy of research data; performing calculations; preparing charts, graphs and summaries.  The Research Intern will report to the Principal Investigator and interact with a diverse team of graduate students, post-graduate researchers, and other scientists.

At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.

Responsibilities
  • Participate in molecular biology efforts to design and express antibodies
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent. 
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Motivation, adaptability, and ability to be a team player.
  • Great attention to detail, well-organized, self-motivated, and able to efficiently manage time and experiments.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $21.30 to $30.13 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees access to a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked), and prorated paid holidays (up to 13 days per year).

Additional InformationWe are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Employment Type: PART_TIME

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