Watershed & Land Management Intern - WLM-2026-5i

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection invites high school seniors from Trenton Central High School to join the Watershed & Land Management internship program as part of EPIC. The WLM IT unit will host a student intern focused on website design and content updates, with hands-on coding exposure.

Work is in-person at 501 East State Street, Trenton, NJ; 16–20 hours per week at $19/hour, from February 8 to June 11, 2027, with a closing date of November 4, 2026 for applications.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support IT Unit with website design and development projects.
• Gain hands-on experience in web design and coding.
• Help create and update content for the WLM website as part of outreach efforts.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Data entry

Organization

Job description

This position is part of the EPIC Program (Environmental Pathways in Informed Careers) specifically reserved for Trenton Central High School students.

Title: Watershed & Land Management Intern

Posting Number: WLM-2026-5i

Closing Date: November 4, 2026

Start Date of Internship: February 8, 2027

End Date of Internship: June 11, 2027

Existing Vacancies: 1

Location :501 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility

This position is only open to students at Trenton Central High School who are seniors.

Internship Hours Per Week

16-20 hours per week (4 days per week, from 1 PM – 4 PM)

Hourly Rate

$19 per hour

Program

Watershed & Land Management- Office of the Assistant Commissioner for Watershed and Land Management

Program Description

A t the DEP's Watershed and Land Management Program (WLM), our mission is to unite land and water stewardship through a collaborative, watershed-focused approach. Since our inception on June 1, 2020, we have been dedicated to preserving and enhancing New Jersey's water quality and natural resources while safeguarding communities from environmental threats.

Project Description

The Watershed and Land Management (WLM) Program is seeking a high school intern to support its IT Unit with website design and development projects. The intern will gain hands-on experience in web design and coding while helping create and update content for the WLM website as part of the Department’s community outreach efforts.

Specific to the Position

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize information, maintain records, and perform basic data entry.

Preferred Interests

• Interest in local government operations and community engagement.
• Interest in gaining a holistic understanding of DEP programs and structure.
• Interest in networking and attending interagency or public meetings.

License

Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Residency

All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act".

Authorization to Work

Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Veteran's Preference

To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service/preference/

SAME applicants

If you are applying under the NJ SAME program

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.