Summer Academy Student Intern

Role Overview

As a Summer Academy Student Intern, you'll participate in a competitive, integrated, real work setting outside of the traditional school setting, where you'll get paid at the state prevailing minimum wage to perform a non-permanent job at a partner employer’s worksite or at a Tessera site.

What You Will Do

Perform non-permanent job tasks at a partner employer’s worksite or Tessera site, complete partner employer onboarding, and take care of personal care and medication needs independently.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This internship is a great opportunity for students to gain work experience, develop independence, and build a professional attitude. You'll work in a safe and respectful work environment and have the chance to make a positive impact.

Requirements

• Must be a registered student in Tessera Summer Academy
• Must have a record of satisfactory attendance at previous schools
• Must remain an active participant throughout the length of the program
• Must receive a recommendation from the Pre-ETS Coordinator
• Must have reliable transportation to/from internship site
• Must be able to navigate a workplace setting safely and independently
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to pass Washington State DSHS background check
• A valid state driver’s license is preferred with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access

Benefits

• Paid at the state prevailing minimum wage
• Opportunity to gain work experience and develop independence
• Safe and respectful work environment