DEP Intern - Northeast Regional Office, Air Quality Program (College)

27 Dec 2024
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Reference #: 4759245

THE POSITIONDepartment of Environmental Protection (DEP) Internships provide an exciting opportunity for students to learn about and assist with the environmental protection activities of various program areas within the agency working towards our mission to protect Pennsylvania's air, land and water from pollution and provide for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment.If you have an interest in public service and want to gain valuable work experience that may be used toward a career after graduation, apply now!DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will assist with tracking input and emissions data, as well as with conducting source testing . Furthermore, you will engage in outreach efforts and provide compliance assistance. Your responsibilities will also include supporting the monitoring of results associated with activities.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time internship that will last from 5/1/2025 through 8/29/2025

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, on a schedule that aligns with the supervisor. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Northampton.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor's degree or advanced degree program in one of the following acceptable majors:

Environmental Studies

Environmental Science

An approved major course which includes a qualifying 24 credit hours of study in the physical, biological and environmental sciences may be acceptable.

Freshman year completed.

Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher).

Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university.Additional Requirements:

This position requires possession of a valid Class C non-commercial driver's license.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request fo accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Full-time
  • ID: #53161712
  • State: Pennsylvania Northampton 18067 Northampton USA
  • City: Northampton
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Showed: 2024-12-27
  • Deadline: 2025-02-25
  • Category: Et cetera
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