JOB SUMMARY: 

The internship was created to honor the legacy of U.S. Congressman Jim McDermott, M.D. He represented Washington’s 7th District 1989-2017. His government career spans 40 years including a decade in the State Senate and a year as a U.S. Foreign Service Medical Officer. 

Interns will have the opportunity to gain skills and direct experience in community health, advocacy, public policy, research, and analysis. Interns will meet, network, and learn from leaders within and outside the organization, as well as engage with other summer interns across the organization.

An ideal candidate brings dedication, creativity, and curiosity to this work. Training will include an orientation to Seattle Children’s and will provide meaningful exposure and skill development for those interested in exploring a potential career in community health, government, political science, social services, or related fields.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The additional preferred qualifications listed below should be representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job successfully.  

Education and Experience:  (Identify only education requirements that are legally defensible – e.g., an attorney needs a Juris Doctor)

- Must be at least 18 years of age.

- Currently enrolled in a graduate program

- In progress Masters Degree or equivalent in political science, public health, communications. ,social work, or government preferred,  but not required. 

- Experience in tracking data & preparing reports using Word, Excel, and/or Access

- Experience providing administrative support and/or customer service

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

- Able to effectively problem-solve and handle moderately to highly complex problems/issues in standard or emergent situations, and to be innovative and creative.

- Able to work with a diverse group of people in a fast-paced environment, often with frequent interruptions.

- Able to work independently and prioritize work from multiple sources; and effectively participate as a team member.
Key Abilities Include:

Communications Expertise: Ability to draft high-impact materials including press releases, blog posts, and newsletters tailored to legislators, policymakers, and the general public.

Digital Strategy: Manage and grow our social media presence by creating graphics and copy that simplify complex policy issues into engaging narratives.

Legislative Tracking and Database Management: Assist the External Affairs team in collating and monitoring ongoing advocacy and legislative initiatives

Advocacy Support: Help coordinate events and ensure a seamless experience at events to support our key objectives

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Please prepare to submit the following items as part of your application via the Seattle Children’s online Career portal: 

• A resume that includes: (1) applicant name, (2) contact information (address, phone number, email), (3) college and anticipated year of graduation, (4) awards or honors received, (5) volunteer or work experience, and (6) any relevant skills and strengths
• A cover letter that includes responses to the below questions:
  • What are your future career goals?
  • What professional development skills would you like to grow or refine?
  • What are your learning goals for this internship experience?
• One professional reference, including name, relationship to you, and contact information (phone or email)

Required Education and Experience
As determined by the department and the position’s role within the department.

Required Credentials
N/A.

Preferred
As determined by the department and the position’s role within the department.

Salary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Benefits Information

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.  Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.

About Us

Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible.  Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE

Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country.
 
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Seattle Children’s among the nation’s best children’s hospitals. For more than a decade, Seattle Children’s has been nationally recognized in key specialty areas. We are honored to be one of the nation’s very best places to care for children and the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.

As a Magnet designated institution, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it’s delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.

Our Commitment

Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves.

Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.