• • Engineering - Mix & Mingle 2025

Location

Tacoma, WA

Job Type

Volunteer / Intern

Job Number

S0010-2025

Department

City of Tacoma - CITY WIDE LIST

Opening Date

10 / 21 / 2025

Closing Date

12 / 16 / 2025 12 : 00 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

220

Description

Benefits

Questions

Position Description

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THESE FREE EVENTS!

Explore the breadth of careers we offer in engineering at the City and TPU. Learn about the exciting and innovative projects we work on. Ask questions of our engineering professionals in one-to-one or small group casual settings. Inquire about the internships and full time employment opportunities available.

• Register to attend one or both events! Click APPLY above to reserve your spot.

WHAT IS A MIX & MINGLE? A Mix & Mingle is your opportunity to meet with our engineer professionals and about what it’s like to work at the City of Tacoma, what types of projects we work on, and get the chance to explore the various engineering disciplines like electrical, mechanical, civil, environmental, structural, chemical, computer science, and engineering technician.

During the two hours at either the TPU campus or virtual via Zoom, you will hear some very brief presentations and then spend most of your time engaging with our engineering staff, asking questions, learning about their personal career journeys, and finding out about the different career pathways in engineering.

WHEN AND WHERE? There are two opportunities for you to participate. Please feel free to come for one or both opportunities! Simply click the Apply button above and register for your preferred date. After registering you will receive an email with all the information you need to participate. It’s FREE!

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 from 4pm to 6pm, at the Tacoma Public Utilities Campus (3628 S 35th St, Tacoma, WA 98409)

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 10am to 12pm, virtual via Zoom

IS THE MIX & MINGLE FOR YOU?

Whether you are a student, or an engineer minded professional in the community, the Mix and Mingles are for you

Whether you are interested in exploring the different education and work pathways to get into the engineering field and all that entails, or don’t quite know exactly what you want to do, but engineering intrigues you, the Mix & Mingles are for you!

HOW DO I SIGN UP? If you are interested in attending one of the Mix & Mingles please click the Apply button in the top right corner. Then complete the form to register to reserve your spot. It’s FREE!

NOTE : If it seems like you applied for a position after registering, don't worry you didn't. We are using the same system to register for this event as we do to apply for employment. After you register, you will be sent all the details and instructions to help you get the most out of your time with us.

If you have questions, please contact the events information manager (kflores@cityoftacoma.org) .

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

• This event information page is managed by HR Analyst Kat Flores (kflores@cityoftacoma.org) .

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and / or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

The City of Tacoma

Tacoma is one of the nation's healthiest, safest, and most playful cities. We have daily access to stunning natural surroundings and a great quality of life. We are Washington's most diverse big city, with arts, culture, parks, and recreational opportunities that are envied by much larger cities. We recognize how lucky we are, but we know we can make it even better....TOGETHER!

Tacoma Power () is almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 170,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

Tacoma Water () has a proud tradition of operating and maintaining one of the country's oldest municipally owned water systems. We own and operate over $1 billion of assets that provide high-quality water to more than 320,000 direct service customers throughout Pierce and King counties. Our mission is to provide clean, reliable water now and in the future.

Environmental Services protects and restores natural resources, keeping our city clean, safe and livable through garbage and recycling pickup, wastewater treatment, household hazardous waste disposal, protection from stormwater pollution and much more. We believe everything we do supports healthy neighborhoods and a thriving Puget Sound, leaving a better Tacoma for all.

Planning and Development Services () representatives include experts in building code, land use and zoning, traffic, environmental services, private development, and right-of-way. Their mission is to partner with the community to build a livable, sustainable and safe City by providing strategic, timely, predictable, cost-effective planning and development services with a culture focused on community engagement, customer service, creativity, accountability and continuous improvement.

The Public Works Department () and its employees tend to the infrastructure needs and the improvement of the City and its surroundings. They focus is on the safety, cleanliness and smooth function of our streets, buildings and additional facilities. Employee jobs cover a multitude of tasks that keep the city clean, safe and livable such as street maintenance, bridge construction, and maintenance of signs, signals and traffic lights, sidewalk construction and repair and so much more.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police / Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage : For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Dental Coverage : For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Vision Coverage : For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave : City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick / vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans : Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation : Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement : All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit : Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases : Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation : Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note : The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and / or revoked without notice.

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There are two Engineering Mix & Mingle events. Please select the date and venue to register.

Tuesday, December 16, 4pm - 6pm, in-person at the TPU Campus

Wednesday December 17, 10am - 12pm, virtual via Zoom

Both events

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If in school, select which type you attend.

High school

Two-year community or technical college

Four-year public or private college

Not currently in school

03

What engineering discipline are you most interested in?

Mechanical

Electrical

Civil

Environmental

Computer Science

Chemical

Structural

Engineering Technician

All disciplines

Not sure at this time

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What interests you about the Mix & Mingle? What would you like to learn?

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How did you first hear about the Engineering Mix & Mingle event? Select one.

Community agency

Church or faith-based organization

Military organization

Professional group or organization

Job Interest Card notification

City of Tacoma's LinkedIn page

City of Tacoma employee

Indeed

Internet search

Union job posting

Online job board posting

Word of mouth

SEED

TTEP (Tacoma Training and Education Program)

Facebook

Instagram

Careers in Government

Government Jobs

Job fair or outreach Event

Other, not listed

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If you marked 'Other' please provide specific information regarding how you learned about our informational event.

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Employer

City of Tacoma

Address

Human Resources Department 747 Market Street Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764

Phone

253-591-5400

Website

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