Water Resources Intern — Field Ecology & GIS

City of Bloomington; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 2,291,000 - 3,263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Job summary

The City of Bloomington’s Engineering Division is seeking a Water Resources Intern for the 2027 summer. The role involves assisting with ecological assessments, stormwater infrastructure inspections, erosion control checks, and public communications. You will gain hands-on experience in municipal surface water resource management and GIS mapping.

Schedule may vary: 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with possible overtime.

Qualifications

• Completion of one academic year of a four-year Engineering program (civil/environmental) or one academic year of Natural Resources (biology/ecology/environmental science)
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds
• Comfortable around traffic, water, and boats
• Able to work independently and with others
• Strong communication with the public

Responsibilities

• Perform pond ecosystem assessments and water quality sampling
• Inspect stormwater infrastructure and best management practices
• Conduct erosion control inspections
• Assist with municipal mosquito control treatment of underground structures
• Prepare plans and maps with CAD and GIS
• Handle various office tasks

Skills

Valid driver's license

Able to lift 50 lbs repeatedly

Comfortable around water and in boats

Comfortable around traffic and traffic

Independent and team worker

Public communication

Education

One academic year in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Natural Resources

Job description

The City of Bloomington’s Engineering Division is seeking a Water Resources Intern for the 2027 summer. The role involves assisting with ecological assessments, stormwater infrastructure inspections, erosion control checks, and public communications. You will gain hands-on experience in municipal surface water resource management and GIS mapping.

Schedule may vary: 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with possible overtime.