Stream Monitoring Intern (Public Services Intern, Grade N9)
Montgomery County Government
Department of Environmental Protection
2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary: $43,797 ($21.06 per hour)
THIS RECRUITMENT WILL ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBLE LIST TO FILL ONE (1) INTERN VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION. THE POSITION IS TEMPORARY AND PART-TIME AND DOES NOT INCLUDE BENEFITS. THE INTERNSHIP IS FOR A MINIMUM OF SIX (6) MONTHS BUT LESS THAN ONE (1) YEAR.
The part-time hourly pay rate is $21.06 per hour. Employee will work 16 to 24 hours per week.
WHO WE ARE
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency with the mission to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey this summer? We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Public Services Intern to join the Department of Environmental Protection and support the Stream Monitoring Team. If you have a passion for the environment, enjoy working outdoors in nature, and have a desire to make a positive impact, we invite you to apply!
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
As the Stream Monitoring Intern, you will gain valuable, hands-on experience and exposure to biological monitoring protocols while part of the team assessing stream health in Montgomery County for up to 24 hours per week for the summer and fall semesters.
You will engage in outdoor activities while collaborating with experienced staff to collect biological, physiochemical, geomorphic and habitat data in various watersheds throughout the county as well as meet with staff to provide and receive feedback. You will apply the experience you gain in data analysis, GIS and database systems to help characterize our watersheds, providing insights that will inform our program and future initiatives.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will gain an understanding of the concepts, principles and procedures used by the County to assess stream health, and you will demonstrate your knowledge during field audits.
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to transport biological, geomorphic, water quality, and stream hydrology monitoring equipment and conduct monitoring site visits at various locations throughout Montgomery County that may not be accessible via public transportation.
The work entails field work in streams around Montgomery County. The work is primarily performed out-of-doors, along stream banks and in streams and ponds, and may involve deep or swiftly moving water. It also requires light physical effort such as walking over rough, uneven, slippery, or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping, stretching or reaching; and occasional lifting of objects.
If you are excited about making a difference, we encourage you to apply! Join us in our mission to create a cleaner, greener Montgomery County. Let’s protect our planet together!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: None
Education: Completion of two (2) years of college course work (60 credit hours or its academic equivalent) in the following areas of study: Biology, Aquatic Biology, Limnology, Chemistry, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Environmental Biology, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Toxicology, Geographic Information Science and Cartography, Geology/Earth Science, Geotechnical and Geo-environmental Engineering, Natural Resources Management and Policy, Natural Resources/Conservation, Physical Science, Soil Microbiology, Sustainability Studies, Wildlife Conservation, Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education or experience may be substituted.
License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence.
PREFERRED CRITERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES
There are NO Preferred Criteria. All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified”, placed on the eligible list, and may be considered for an interview.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit Stream Monitoring Intern (Public Services Intern, Grade N9).
The Job Number for the Stream Monitoring Intern recruitment is 2025-00278.
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes May 15, 2025.
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