Summer Academy Student Intern

As a Summer Academy Student Intern

The Summer Academy Student Interns will report to the Community Employment Services (CES) Department and support a vetted Employer Partner. The intern is placed into a competitive, integrated, real work setting outside of the traditional school setting, where they get paid at the state prevailing minimum wage for a minimum of 5 hours a week to perform a non-permanent job at a partner employer’s worksite outside of Tessera or at a Tessera site. The internship shall be (40) hours and not exceed (12) weeks.

Have the desire and motivation to participate in, learn, and benefit from an employment experience through Tessera Summer Academy program

• Demonstrate independence, motivation, and stability.
• Independently take care of any personal care and medication needs.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude.

All Other Duties as Assigned

Summary of qualifications and requirements for the Tessera Summer Academy Student Intern:

• 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.

Summary of Qualifications and Requirements

• Must complete partner employer onboarding.
• Must have 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.

Summary of Benefits

Tessera complies with Spokane County's Ordinance C36666 (Ban the Address), your application can include a PO Box, mailing address or another address where you could receive mail if needed. Your physical address is not required as part of the application.

Application Information

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application. Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.

About Tessera

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees. Individuals With Disabilities Are Encouraged To Apply. Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify.