Water Quality Education Intern

This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

About the role

The position is temporary (32 weeks) and part-time (19 hours/week). Hours are flexible based upon class/school schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support volunteer programs, by assisting volunteers, and managing supplies and equipment.
• Aid in public education presentations regarding water quality at schools, businesses, and special events.
• Pick a project with one of the other sections within the Water Quality Program.
• Perform work related to college studies and career goals; complete assigned duties under the direction of a County professional staff member to gain career oriented knowledge and experience.
• Assist with community volunteer programs such as Adopt-A-Stream, Volunteer Monitoring, Storm Drain Marking, and monthly volunteer events.
• Works on separate projects and tasks such as developing and maintaining spreadsheets, performing fieldwork, evaluating information and results, and collaborating across departments.
• Aids in on-going research projects.

Requirements

No experience is required. Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university or technical school in a field of study directly related to the area of assignment. Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: No

• Proficient in basic software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License. Must be able to obtain and maintain a County Operator’s Permit.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic environmental science.
• Knowledge of stormwater.
• Knowledge of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services.
• Using a computer and related software applications.
• Demonstrating various environmental concepts to children and adults.
• Motivating and encouraging volunteers.
• Conducting field observations.
• Organizing and preparing reports.

Skills and Abilities

• Communication – Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Collaboration - Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Continuous Learning – Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.

Benefits

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too.

Schedule

The position is temporary (32 weeks) and part-time (19 hours/week). Hours are flexible based upon class/school schedule.

Pay

This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.