Company Description:

Raftelis provides management consulting expertise to local governments and utilities so their organizations and communities can thrive. We've worked with more than 700 public agencies in the last year alone. We work in all areas of management consulting including finance, assessment, communications, technology, executive services, and strategic planning.

December 2023 and May 2024 Graduates are welcome to apply.

Job Summary:

Raftelis is searching for an intern to join our Data Services Team. This paid internship includes 20-30 hours per week this spring semester. We are flexible with the time/day and number of hours depending on the intern's schedule. This internship will conclude at the end of the spring semester with the possibility of continuing through summer 2024, and potentially full-time employment.

Working with a team of developers, the Junior Software Developer will be responsible for partnering with consultants providing data analysis, utilizing programming capabilities, and delivering software expertise in support of their on-going projects.

This position is based in Raftelis' Bellingham office. This is not a remote position. The hybrid work schedule is one day in the office. The rate of pay is $20-25 per hour depending on experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide programming expertise, data analysis, and consulting services for water, wastewater, stormwater utility, and local government clients

• Assist developers with identifying client needs, gathering requirements, designing, implementing, and maintaining software

• Develop web and desktop relational database analytical tools

Requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, mathematics, or technology-related field

• Proficiency with object oriented programming languages, preferably C#

• Proficiency with relational databases such as SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL

• Strong analytical skills, including statistics

• Excellent written skills including reporting of analytical results

• Excellent oral communication skills including presenting analytical results to clients or stakeholders

• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git

• Ability to work within a compact team that may be spread across a broad geography

• Willingness to travel overnight for project and job functions

Preferences:

• Web design and development skills including HTML, JavaScript, and CSS

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Additional Information:

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. We use E-Verify. Raftelis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and our sincere belief in the dignity of each employee, it is our policy to prohibit harassment based on race, national origin, color, age, sex, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual preference, medical condition, disability, religion, or veteran status. To learn more about Raftelis and apply, please visit www.raftelis.com.

Raftelis is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Lisa Wilson, Director of Human Resources.