Apprenticeship and Training Intern

Full Job Description

Tacoma Power is hiring an Intern to join Power Shared Services and support the Tacoma Power Apprenticeship and Training team. If you’re someone who loves organizing information, improving processes, and working on data analytics and visualization, this internship will be a great fit.

This is a hands-on role with real ownership.

You’ll help keep Tacoma Powers Apprenticeship and Training teams tools and workflows running smoothly, strengthen how the team visualizes data and tracks certifications, as well partner with senior analysts on workforce development projects that support all of Tacoma Power.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting data analysis & visualization, process automation, updating procedures, task delegation and project work in SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Smartsheet, and/or other software for implementation of new programs and processes.
• Coordinate with PSS leadership, administrative staff and the Apprenticeship & Workforce Development team to assist with streamlining and documenting information for the career mapping project.
• Helping PSS staff to ensure that all applicable process documentation is available, filed correctly, and organized for retrieval/archiving. Assist in the logistics planning for training classes, apprenticeship program trainings, and the electrical trainee program.

What Makes This Internship Different

• You’ll gain practical experience with the tool’s teams use every day (Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, OneNote) and learn what good internal operations actually look like.
• You won’t just observe. You’ll contribute to deliverables that improve how a key team operates.
• Your work will directly support a team that helps keep Tacoma Power’s operations organized, connected, and moving forward.
• This position is temporary up to 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Minimum Education*
High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Experience*
1 year of post-high school training

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Depending on assignment, some positions may require a valid Washington State Driver's License

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Additional Information

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.



Tacoma Power
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

Apply
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
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If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400.