Seasonal Water Quality Field Intern

Ricouncil94; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 23,014 - 32,778; Full time

Job summary

A government environmental agency is seeking a Seasonal Water Monitoring Field Intern in Rhode Island. The role involves assisting in water quality monitoring and ecological surveys in surface waters, including calibrating equipment and delivering samples. Candidates should be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have swimming experience. Experience with canoes or light watercraft is desirable. This is a full-time position offering $20.25 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience with canoeing, kayaking, or light watercraft is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in water quality monitoring and ecological field surveys.
• Calibrate sampling equipment and obtain field samples.
• Deliver samples to the analytical laboratory.
• Make and record field measurements and observations.
• Assist in assessing freshwater wetlands and marina pump-out facilities.
• Compile and enter environmental monitoring data into electronic databases.

Skills

Swimming experience

Canoeing

Kayaking

Light watercraft operation

Education

High school degree/GED

Job description

A government environmental agency is seeking a Seasonal Water Monitoring Field Intern in Rhode Island. The role involves assisting in water quality monitoring and ecological surveys in surface waters, including calibrating equipment and delivering samples. Candidates should be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have swimming experience. Experience with canoes or light watercraft is desirable. This is a full-time position offering $20.25 per hour.