Summer Academy Intern

Join Tessera and make a difference! Tessera is:

• A national leader in employing individuals with disabilities and veterans.
• Composed of a dynamic, growing team of social entrepreneurs.
• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and in the District of Columbia, workforce of over 1,700 employees.
• Dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience to our customers.
• Committed to offering an outstanding employee support and development program.

Tessera's Bremerton, Washington, Home Office supports nationwide operations with a team of highly trained and motivated professionals in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more.

Location: Bremerton, Washington (In-person)

Type: Non-Exempt (Temporary)

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

Work Schedule: Part‑time, Monday - Friday (Position is temporary, expected to be scheduled approximately 30 hours per week and not expected to exceed 8 weeks. Start and end date will be approximately between May - September 2026.)

The Summer Academy Intern will work within the Workforce Development team to support Community Employment Services during Summer Academy. This position will focus on creating and facilitating interactive workshops that help students build job readiness skills, explore career pathways, and prepare for workplace success. The intern will also provide guidance and support as students participate in their own paid internships, ensuring they have the tools and resources to succeed.

This role offers experience in curriculum development, teaching in a workshop setting, and applying inclusive employment strategies. Interns will gain professional development, mentorship, and curriculum development opportunities while contributing to an engaging and supportive learning environment.

• Work with individuals with disabilities ages 14‑22 to discover their interests for employment and prepare them for employment.
• Job shadow Pre‑ETS Instructors, Pre‑ETS Supervisor, CES Manager, Career Advisor, Training Manager, Employee Support Program Manager, and Accessibility Specialist as they work with clients and employees.
• Assist with curriculum development and design of training materials.
• Assist in preparing content for classes and other events.
• Network with local businesses to create and develop work‑based learning activities and work‑based learning experiences.
• Conduct workplace readiness and self‑advocacy trainings.
• Assist with jobs tours and informational interviews.
• Assist clients with job search activities such as resume building, interviewing skills, completing and submitting job applications.
• Provide on‑the‑job supports, training and coaching to students at their paid internship sites.
• Attend CES, Pre‑ETS, Workforce Development team meetings.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude.
• Attend intern team meetings and trainings.
• Work on a collaborative intern cohort team project.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Consider yourself a people person.
• Love working on collaborative teams.
• Dedicated to internal and external customer service.
• Take pride in your work.
• Drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission‑driven work.

Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible interns.

• Paid federal holidays and paid sick leave on a pro‑rata basis, based on number of hours worked.
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• An engaging wellness program including an on‑site gym.

• Preferably in the process of obtaining a BA/BS in Education, Human Services, Social Work, or a closely related field.
• Previous classroom instruction experience is preferred.
• Ability to proficiently use technology, exercise time management, and be self‑directed.
• A valid state driver’s license is preferred with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ‑compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a…