DuPage County Stormwater Management Water Quality Intern
**Applicants must follow all application instructions at https://www.dupageco.org/HR/Jobs/62106/ in order to be considered.**
DuPage County Department of Stormwater Management is seeking a Water Quality Intern for the summer 2020. The position provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in water quality field techniques as well as local and federal regulations.
Duties include:
• Assist with sampling and monitoring streams
• Conduct field inspections at locations throughout DuPage County
• Assist with preparation and staffing of community events
• General office duties - data entry and analysis, research
Qualifications:
• Actively taking undergraduate or graduate level courses at an accredited institution to obtain an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in biology, chemistry, soil science, environmental science, natural resources, or a related field.
• Computer skills, GIS experience preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions
• Current and valid driver’s license
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours: Temporary: Monday-Friday 37.5 hours per week between the hours of 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., evening and weekend hours as required
Salary: $12.00/hour for interns completed freshman year; $12.50/hour for interns completed sophomore year; $13.00/hour for interns completed junior year; $14.00/hour for interns completed senior year $1.00 increase for returning interns ($15.00/hour maximum)
A pre-employment background check is required.