SEAL Program Support Intern

Engineering Design Systems, Inc; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Design Systems, Inc is seeking a candidate to support its SEAL youth workforce initiatives in Katy, Texas. This role involves developing and overseeing worksite placements for youth work experiences while ensuring compliance with requirements. The ideal candidate should have an Associate’s degree or equivalent experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to youth development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree OR two years of experience in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, supervision standards, and professional conduct.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of worksite placements for youth.
• Recruit, screen, and approve worksites.
• Track, document, and report youth skills attainment.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Cultural sensitivity

Motivation skills

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This temporary role supports the SEAL youth workforce initiatives, including seasonal work experience programs, internships, and summer employment activities. Staff in this position play a vital role in ensuring youth participants have safe, meaningful, and skill‐building work-based learning opportunities. **Purpose** To support the development, coordination, and oversight of high‐quality worksite placements for paid work experience, internships, and other work-based learning opportunities. This includes ensuring compliance, fostering employer partnerships, and contributing to the success of summer youth initiatives. **Key Responsibilities** Recruit, screen, and approve worksites in accordance with WIOA and HGCY requirements Track, document, and report youth skills attainment and progressPerform additional duties as assigned to support program operations and outcomes **Minimum Requirements** Associate’s degree OR two (2) years of experience in: Note: *College coursework may be substituted for experience on a year*‐*for*‐*year basis* Knowledge of workplace safety, supervision standards, and professional conduct expectations Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends based on program needs Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills Must obtain youth‐serving clearance (authorization to work with youth) **Preferred Skills** Experience collaborating with employers, community partners, or training providers Understanding of occupational skills frameworks, career pathways, and work-based learning models Strong organizational, negotiation, and relationship‐building abilities Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with diverse populations Ability to motivate youth, serve as a positive role model, and support goal achievement Experience in workforce development or youth employment programs Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general computer literacy Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform well in a fast‐paced environment Proven ability to meet or exceed performance goals and program expectations