WRM-2026-8i Environmental Services Intern

State-of-New-Jerse; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Sick Time

Job summary

NJ Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Environmental Services Intern for the WRM program in New Jersey. This internship offers hands-on experience with water quality standards, hydrologic modeling, data analysis, and reporting under supervision.

Ideal candidates study physical sciences, environmental science, or related fields and have interest in GIS, Python, R, and Tableau. Position is located in Ewing Township with up to 35 hours per week, Feb 8, 2027 to Apr 30, 2027.

Job description

WRM-2026-8i Environmental Services Intern

Title: Environmental Services Intern

Posting Number: WRM-2026-8i

Closing Date: November 9, 2026

Start Date: February 8, 2027

End Date: April 30, 2027

Existing Vacancies: 1

Location: 29 Arctic Parkway, Ewing Twp, NJ 08638

Internship Hours Per Week: up to 35hours per week (5 days per week)

Hourly Rate: Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($19-$24 Per Hour)

Program

Water Resource Management - Division of Water Supply & Geoscience

Program Description

The WRM Program establishes water quality and drinking water standards, monitors the waters of the State to ensure surface and groundwater standards are met, helps ensure delivery of water that meets drinking water standards, and regulates discharges of wastewater and storm water to surface and ground water. The WRM Program also regulates and manages the diversion of water from surface and groundwaters to ensure protection of the resources and provides low-cost financial assistance for finance capital improvements to water infrastructure. The Program works to ensure adequate, reliable, sustainable supplies for current and future needs, uses, and the environment.

Project Description

Projectsinclude land phase hydrologic modeling, drought monitoring data synthesis, regional watershed assessment, anddata analysis related to interstate water policy. Selected candidates will receive training from subject matter expertsand participate in project meetings and report production.

Specific to the Position

Ideal candidate will have educational experience and interest in hydrology, hydrologicmodeling, and geology and experience with computer coding such as R, Python, GIS, and Tableau.

Preferred Area of Study

Seeking individuals enrolled at an accredited university/college studying one of thePhysical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering.

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.

Employee Benefits

• Earned Sick Time*

*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

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/

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ ... This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

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.