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The King County Executive Office’s Civil Rights Program is hiring a Civil Rights Intern. This could be an Undergraduate or Graduate Intern
The Civil Rights Intern will learn the fundamentals of Human and Civil Rights by supporting the Executive Officer’s Compliance Unit, the Civil Rights Program, and the Human and Civil Rights Commission. The intern will gain exposure to how the County functions, delivers services, and transforms community and employee ideas into policy changes, programs, and services.
The role includes conducting research, supporting the development of the Office of Civil Rights’ annual report, and assisting with related projects. This intern will gain a firsthand understanding of the workings of government, get an overview of how projects, policies, and legislation are created and implemented, understand why civic engagement matters, and build an appreciation for the importance of public service. Depending on the assignment, interns may interact with a wide variety of people including staff, elected officials, community members, or program participants.
Interns will have the opportunity to be part of a high-performing team and take advantage of County training and learning opportunities. Opportunities to engage as an intern cohort, network and connect with leaders across the organization, and participate in outings to various County operations add to the intern experience on the Executive Office of Civil Rights Team.