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Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes the candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.
  

Position Title: Student Intern
Department: School Performance and Workforce Development
Location:  Washington Service Center (Hillsboro)
Reports To: Program Administrator
Compensation: $17.30 per hour
Student Interns will work four hours per day. 

PROGRAM DATES: JULY 13, 2026 - AUGUST 21, 2026

**THREE SUMMER 2026 POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING DEPARTMENTS**

Communications - 1 intern

Education - 1 intern

Technology - 1 intern

NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with the communities we serve,
Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.
General Description:
In alignment with NWRESD's mission statement, this six-week summer position supports district operations while providing hands-on experience in one of the following departments: education, communications, and technology. This role is designed to provide exposure to how an education service district functions and to help the intern develop professional skills in a real-world environment. While duties will vary by department, this intern is responsible for assisting senior employees with various tasks. Duties may include clerical tasks, as well as department-specific projects.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills.
2. Reliable and eager to learn
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
1. Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions of staff and supervisors.
2. Communicates effectively with diverse populations in a culturally relevant and responsive manner
3. Creative problem-solving skills
4. Familiarity in the use of computer and internet-based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suite, and word processing (MS 1
Word) 5. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Essential functions:  Include the following.  Performs some or all of the following tasks.  Other Duties may be assigned.  The duties listed below are not inclusive, but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.
 

COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS:

a. Assist with the design and creation of visual content in the following areas: 

i. Blog posts 

ii. Social media

iii. Videos

b. Assist with and provide support to event planning, setup, and event management

c. Provide support in the following areas:

i. Social media 

ii. Writing and editing

iii. Photos, videos, and graphics 

iv. Media relations

d. Support Communications Department clerical duties, such as assisting with documentation, correspondence, phone calls, paper and electronic filing, and preparation for meetings.

e. Bilingual and biliterate are preferred

EDUCATION DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS:

a. Assist in the creation of advertising materials, such as flyers and postcards, for School Performance and Workforce Development events and projects.

b. Work with staff to create student-facing documents regarding student opportunities.

c. Update contact lists for educational partners and industry partners. 

d. Assist in organizing and executing events and special projects 

e. Research and report on information and/or data for special projects

f. Participate in various meetings for the purpose of receiving information or sharing information and expertise with students, colleagues, parents/guardians, and community partners 

g. Support Education Program clerical duties, such as assisting with documentation, correspondence, phone calls, paper and electronic filing, and preparation for meetings. 

h. Support staff and complete additional tasks for Dual Credit and Career Connected Learning. 

i. Create and organize college and career experiences for high school students 

j. Participate in industry and community outreach and events.

TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS:

a. Assist with technology help desk calls, scheduling, and tickets.
b. Support the technology team with the maintenance of hardware, software, and other systems as needed.
c. Troubleshoot issues with equipment, i.e., printers and computers. 2
d. Run software updates and backups as requested.
e. Participate in the deployment of new desktops or applications.
f. Research technology solutions and pricing as required.
g. Research solutions to technical issues as required.
h. Set up video conferencing sessions and other items as needed to assist IT staff.
i. Interact with users and clients as needed.

--Participating in meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
--Perform other job duties as assigned
 

Note:  The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.
Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion,  veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.
Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us.  Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

FRONTLINE JOB ID: 3445

FISCAL CONTROL CODE(S): SI26-27-01, SI26-27-02, SI26-27-03