Interested in joining the Resilience Office?

Please note: Employees of the Resilience Office must reside in Hawaiʻi and work full-time on the island of Oʻahu. Interviews for interested applicants are conducted in-person at City facilities.

The Resilience Office is searching for talented individuals to join our dynamic team to build a resilient island community in the face of challenge and change. Follow us on social media and subscribe to the newsletter for office updates and hiring alerts.

Open Positions

Poʻokela Fellow 2027

This paid, part-time, in-person internship will support the success of the Resilience Office’s services, projects, and programs through a variety of general administrative and operational duties. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics, assisting with project documentation and record-keeping, collaborating with Mayor Blangiardi’s Office and the Honolulu Climate Change Commission, researching and summarizing data, and contributing to a well-organized and efficient work environment.

Students must have completed at least 60 credits and be in good academic standing. Applicants who can commit to both spring and summer (January 4, 2027 – August 13, 2027) will be prioritized. To be eligible for the entire duration, applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree or doctoral program for both semesters.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted through November 25, 2026, or until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.