Salary: $24.00 Hourly
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Intern
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 68000-02
Department: Government Relations and Communications
Opening Date: 06/30/2026
Closing Date: 7/22/2026 9:00 AM Pacific
Description
Closes: The position is open until 9:00am PDT July 22, 2026.
Status: Temporary part-time position up to 16 hours per week and up to 9 months, with flexibility to adjust hours and duration; nonexempt FLSA status.
Salary: $24 per hour with limited benefits.
Location: Puget Sound Regional Council, Downtown Seattle, Washington. The position may be eligible for hybrid (within the region).
ABOUT PSRC:
Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) is the regional transportation, growth management, and economic development planning agency serving Seattle and the central Puget Sound. The thriving region is home to over 4 million people and is one of the nation's fastest growing metropolitan areas. PSRC brings together the region's diverse counties, cities and towns, native Tribes, ports, the state of Washington and civic interests to understand the challenges facing our region's future and make plans for the region to continue to succeed. The agency serves as the region's Metropolitan Planning Organization and is the regional leader for growth management, transportation, and economic development under state and federal laws. PSRC seeks to support an inclusive region and build a work culture that embraces diversity and promotes equity. Visit to find out more. PSRC is an equal opportunity employer.
The strength of our region is rooted in our diversity. At PSRC, we're striving to create a region where all people have the means to attain the resources and opportunities that improve their quality of life and enable them to reach their full potential; where differences in life outcomes cannot be predicted by race, class, or any other identity. We aim to reflect the communities we serve. We encourage you to think broadly about your experiences and skill set for the positions. If you have an interest in urban planning, transportation planning, or data analytics, we encourage individuals from all cultures and communities to apply.
Examples of Duties
THE INTERNSHIP:
PSRC's Government Relations and Communications Department is responsible for external relations with local, regional, state, federal and Tribal governments, the business community and community-based organizations and creating effective visual, written, and electronic communications that support the agency's work programs. The department is also responsible for managing the distribution platforms, including the agency website, email marketing platform, and social media accounts.
The Government Relations and Communications Intern will assist with a variety of content creation and content management tasks. Projects may include:
- Conducting legislative tracking, analysis, research, and support activities.
- Supporting the Government Relations team on state and federal legislative work on issues related to transportation, housing and growth management.
- Assisting with events in PSRC's four counties.
- Drafting content for PSRC's website related to government relations work.
- Monitoring and routing news articles about PSRC.
- Partnering with departments to review and update webpages to ensure content is well-organized, accessible, and effectively communicates about PSRC's plans and programs.
- Improving website search engine results by purging outdated content and updating current content with keywords and phrases.
- Reviewing documents for accessibility and remediation when needed.
- Assisting with cataloging records for PSRC's Information Center.
- Contributing to the internal staff newsletter.
- Assisting with software procurement for a new agency contacts database.
Depending on the candidate's interests and agency needs, there may be other opportunities for work, such as writing blog posts, creating simple data visualizations, developing writing and style guides or tutorials, and working on equity team projects.
Typical Qualifications
THE CANDIDATE:
Competitive candidates will have:
- Experience or strong understanding of state and local government and the legislative process.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Familiarity with AP Style and great editing skills.
- Experience with email marketing platforms, such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products and Adobe Acrobat.
Successful candidates should also possess:
- An interest in equity and inclusion, including digital accessibility.
- Ability to organize and problem-solve.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
You are encouraged to apply even if you do not have all of the skills stated.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Typical ways in which incumbents acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree in communications or political science/public policy.
- Or, enrollment in a two-year college degree program or other four-year degree program with a strong interest in political science/government, communications, marketing, or a related field.
- Or, any combination of lived and educational experience in a related field that would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job, and a strong interest in pursuing a career in government relations and/or communications.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Applicants will receive credit for all qualifying experience, volunteer or paid.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
- Holiday pay
- Sick Leave accrual
- Regional transit pass
- Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities (within Washington State)
- Flexible work schedules
- PSRC-sponsored training opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Office building with complimentary use of the gym
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Will you be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in communications or political science/public policy this upcoming academic year 2026-2027?
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If no to Question 1, will you be enrolled in a two-year college degree program or other four-year program with a strong interest in political science/government, communications, marketing, or a related field this upcoming academic year 2026-2027? Please briefly explain.
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Do you have any combination of lived and educational experience in a related field that would provide you with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job? If yes, briefly explain.
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Why are you interested in PSRC as a place to complete an internship?
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What would you like to learn and how will this advance your professional goals?
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