Council Work Study Intern, CM Saka

About the Role

The City of Seattle’s Office of Councilmember Rob Saka is recruiting for a City Council Work Study Intern. This role provides undergraduate or graduate students an opportunity to support the work of Councilmember Saka and his staff, including assisting with projects, engaging with community members, and collaborating with City of Seattle employees.

Educational Benefits to Student

• Gain exposure to local city governance and the legislative process.
• Develop awareness of local issues by engaging with community stakeholders.
• Participate in the policy-making process.
• Gain writing experience by responding to community inquiries.
• Attend legislative meetings and participate in organizational tours.
• Develop problem-solving and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Legislative Assistants (LAs) by researching and tracking issues and public policy.
• Draft issue statements, speaking points, and communications.
• Track committee meetings, stakeholder interests, and constituent-related issues.
• Compile information and data using Microsoft Office or similar programs.
• Organize and track email and correspondence.
• Compose routine correspondence as instructed.
• Answer and direct phone calls, and assist constituents visiting the office.
• Prepare Council Committee notebooks.
• Process incoming mail.
• Create social media content as instructed.
• Perform other related duties or special projects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in Washington State.
• Major concentration in one of the following areas: Political Science, History, Law, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a comparable field.
• Currently eligible for Washington State Work Study and can provide verification.
• Undergraduate students must maintain a GPA of 2.0.
• Graduate students must maintain a GPA of 3.0.
• Passionate about City government and eager to tackle challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Enjoy helping others and providing excellent customer service.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel), photocopiers, scanners, and other office equipment.
• Commitment to identifying issues through an equity, social justice, diversity, and inclusion lens.
• Skilled in internet research.
• Commitment to being a punctual and reliable team member.

Work Environment: In-person at Seattle City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave., 2nd Floor, Seattle, WA.

Schedule: Flexible, up to 19 hours/week, dependent on school schedule, work study award, and department budget.

Pay Range: Undergraduate students: $22.56 - $22.56 per hour. Graduate students: $27.67 - $27.67 per hour.

Anticipated Start Date: As early as October 1, 2026.

End Date: Conditional on department budget and student's work-study award.

How to Apply

• Complete an online application and supplemental questionnaire.
• Attach a PDF of your WA State Financial Aid Award Letter confirming Work Study Award funding for the 2026–2027 academic year.
• Attach a PDF of your unofficial transcript including current classes and GPA.
• Attach a PDF of your cover letter.
• Attach a PDF of your resume.

Questions: Contact the Legislative Department HR Team at LEG_Careers@seattle.gov.