Seattle Seahawks / First & Goal Inc.

Active Duty Military Intern - Community Engagement

Renton, WA - Internship

Job Title:        Community Engagement Intern – Military/Salute to Service
Department:  Community Engagement
Reports To:    Community Engagement Manager
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
Since 1976, the Seattle Seahawks have been a source of leadership and pride in the Seattle community and beyond. We believe that character, passion and excellence set our team apart. On gameday and throughout the year, we create experiences that encourage and inspire people across the Pacific Northwest. Our employees play a vital role in providing high-quality sports entertainment for our customers and fans, while celebrating a championship-mindset culture of diversity, passion, creativity and respect. 
SUMMARY
The Community Engagement Intern will be responsible for assisting the Community Engagement department in planning and executing various programs and events that support our Community Engagement six areas of focus – Youth Empowerment, Future of Football, Military Community, Social Justice, Players & Legends and Community Response. The focus of this internship will be on supporting the Seahawks Community Department’s Active-Duty Military, Veteran, Salute to Service, and overall community engagement efforts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Support engagement with various Military communities in the Pacific Northwest, including base leadership, service members, families and the Veterans community, through programs and events that celebrate, encourage and support individuals and organizations in these communities
  • Support as a liaison with Military and Veteran organizations, proactively communicating to key command of Military installations in the Pacific Northwest with the goal of building and maintaining relationships
  • Support and present gameday Military elements, presentations and flyovers, including Salute to Service gameday activations working closely with Game Entertainment department
  • Manage all logistics and planning for Military events including event layout, timeline, vendors, marketing and communication plan. Events include but are not limited to, Change of Command Ceremony, Military Training Camp Day, Military Hiring Fair, Salute to Service events, Military family events, Task Force 12 and first responder engagement
  • Support as a liaison between Corporate Partnerships and representatives at Northwest Military bases and other local Military contacts to activate sponsor Military programs
  • Support Salute to Service efforts during the season
  • Promotional material support
  • Support tracking, fulfillment and shipping of charitable donations as they relate to the community department and all 6 pillars
  • Support responding to community customer service emails and requests in a timely manner
  • Event, donation and appearance data entry and tracking in CRM
  • Support project management in Wrike system
  • Support other Community programs and events and handle special requests and projects, as assigned
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Be an active-duty service member in the United States Armed Forces
  • Have authorization to work in the United States
  • Have a current driver's license
  • Be able to work 30+ hours per week as well as game day/nights, weekends, and other various events
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The employee may need to lift 30 pounds or more
  • At times, this job may require many hours of sitting, standing and walking including events and on gameday
WORK ENVIRONMENT     
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TIMEFRAME
  • July 2025 – February 2026
  • This position works 30+ hours per week on average
APPLICANT MUST
  • Be an active-duty service member in the United States Armed Forces
  • Have authorization to work in the United States
  • Be able to work 30+ hours per week as well as game day/nights, weekends and other various events
  • Be eligible to work through the Department of Defense Skillbridge Program
SELECTION PROCESS
  • Final applicants will be contacted and invited to participate in our interview process
NOTE: Due to the large volume of applicants that apply, we ask that you do not contact us during this process.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Interns are responsible for their own housing, travel, and relocation expenses. A background check will be conducted prior to employment start date. 
Applicants must include:
  • Current resume
  • Cover letter
  • Answer all the questions below
Application Questions –
YES/NO: I am an active-duty service member in the United States Armed Forces
YES/NO: I have local housing available in or near Seattle, or I am willing to relocate and understand that any costs associated with the relocation are my responsibility 
YES/NO: I understand that this position runs from July – February and I am able to work in office 30+ hours per week
YES/NO: I am authorized to work in the United States
YES: I understand that due to the large volume of applicants that apply, I will not contact the Seahawks staff during this process
YES/NO: I am actively involved with a local community service organization
COMPENSATION
  • This position is paid via the Skillbridge program
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