2024 Summer Watershed Internship Job Description
Date: May – August
Time: up to 24 hours a week
Internship Description
Spartanburg Water, a water and waste water utility provider is seeking a Watershed intern to support the Watershed team with day-to-day task at our lakes and reservoirs. Works hand in hand with the Spartanburg Water team to keep our lakes safe and secure. If you are interested in the well-being of the environment and you want real experience in the watershed profession, this is the internship for you.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collect water samples using various different methods
- Transport water samples to the lab
- Responsible for chain of custody records
- Conduct inventory/assessments on endangered species & plants around Lake Blalock
- Maintain field records
- Monitor water wells at each reservoir using a piezometer
- Conduct shoreline assessments
Requirements
- Pursuing a undergrad in Science, Environmental Science, Biology ,Chemistry, or relatable subject
- Basic Computer Skills
- Experience with Excel
- Some knowledge of Chemistry or Biology
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
- Hourly rate $12.50
- Work side-by-side with experienced Watershed professionals
- Get hands on experience in environmental science
- Gain knowledge of Spartanburg Water system
For questions, contact Darius Murry via email dmurry@spartanburgwater.org or call (864)580-5687