**Some of what you'll be doing:** This is a full-time summer internship opportunity to support the Port’s digital accounting and finance transformation initiative. This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in driving innovation, leveraging technology, and enhancing efficiency within our accounting and finance operations. The intern will work closely with cross-functional teams to research, analyze, and evaluate advanced digital tools and solutions to streamline processes, enhance data insights and improve decision-making. Key Responsibilities + Collect and analyze data related to the Port’s current accounting and finance technologies, processes, systems, and performance metrics. + Design and optimize SharePoint sites for the accounting department, inventory and update department forms, and identify opportunities for automation and workflow enhancements. + Assist in the development of a data dictionary centered around accounting operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data governance and consistency. + Assist in the documentation and development of business use cases for data analytics, gathering and translating business requirements into data solutions, and facilitating communication between technical and non-technical teams. + Analyze industry reports, use cases, and other resources to identify opportunities for technology innovation and process improvement. + Assist in the evaluation, planning and potential execution of pilot projects aimed at testing new technologies and financial process improvements. + Support communication efforts to raise awareness, address concerns, and engage stakeholders regarding digital transformation efforts. + Assist in developing and implementing change management strategies to facilitate the adoption of new technologies and processes. + Prepare reports and presentations summarizing project progress, findings, and recommendations for key stakeholders. + Other projects as assigned. **Who you are:** + **A student** – You must be currently enrolled in a Master’s program or a recent graduate (< 1 year ago) in a degree program such as business analytics, data science, statistics, information management, business administration or a related discipline. + **Committed to Equity** – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.  At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.  + **Analytical** – You have strong analytical skills and attention to detail. + **Effective Communicator** – You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. + **Collaborative** – You have an ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment. + **Technologically Proficient** – You demonstrate interest in finance, technology, and digital innovation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data analytics tools is preferred. Prior experience or coursework related to finance, technology, or digital transformation is a plus. **What else you need to know:** + **Work Schedule** – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. + **Work Environment** – This work will take place in a hybrid remote/in-office setting at Management’s discretion. + **Limited Duration –** This is a limited duration position and is expected to last no longer than five months. At the conclusion of the internship, the department will evaluate the ongoing scope opportunities and business needs to assess whether there is an opportunity for the selected candidate to continue supporting this work. + **Washington State Residency Requirement** – Employees must establish a residence in Washington State within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State. **Why you'll love it here:** **The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found** **on the Port of Seattle‘s website.** **If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “** **Collective Bargaining Agreement** **” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.** + **Getting to Work** – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid. + **Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion** – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential. + **Work-Life Balance** – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced. + **Mission Driven** – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner. **Why the Port of Seattle:** Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here . Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity . **Location:** Downtown Seattle **Organization:** AFR General Accounting **Employee Status:** Temporary **Schedule:** Full-time **Posting Expires:** Mar 3, 2025, 1:59:00 AM **Minimum Salary:** 29.76 **Midpoint Salary:** 31.76 **Req ID:** 003189 The Port of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, knowing decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, regulations and ordinances. To help comply with all state and federal requirements, we appreciate you voluntarily answering the questions below. The information on this form will be kept confidential. Click https://www.portseattle.org/page/ethnicity-definitions for definitions and descriptions of the categories referenced below regarding Ethnicity and Race. Click https://www.portseattle.org/page/vevraa-information for information and definitions of the categories referenced below regarding Protected Veterans status.