Environmental Science Intern
Seeking two candidates for internship.
Internship Length: End of April 2026 – End of August 2026; Part time and hourly (non-exempt), temporary, 20-28 hours a week.
The length of the internship and the start and end dates are both negotiable. Interns will be expected to work during the day, some evenings, and some weekends.
Interns will be based out of CRWC’s office located at 1115 West Avon Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309.
Pay: This internship is paid - $14/hour
Interns Will Gain: Experience and skills related to: field work including water quality monitoring and assessment, data collection, management, and analysis; outdoor and environmental education, green stormwater infrastructure, presentations, public speaking, and more.
Brief Description of Internship: Interns will get hands-on experience collecting and working with data that pertains to watershed management and aquatic ecology. Field work experience may include but is not limited to: water quality monitoring and sampling, macroinvertebrate sampling, habitat assessments and inventories, basic surveying, site assessments, and residential site visits. Interns will also assist with spring environmental education and stewardship programs (Adopt-A-Stream, Stream Leaders, Keeping It Clean, River Day, Water Festivals) working with K-12 students and the public. Additional responsibilities will include: data analysis, equipment maintenance and inventory, macroinvertebrate identification, general office tasks, Area of Concern related tasks, and working with scientific data. Interns will have opportunities to work in an office setting, at local events, and in the field with staff and volunteers.
Qualifications/Skills Desired: Interns must be 18 years or older and working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in biology, environmental science, ecology, natural resources, or related field. Field experience and experience using ArcGIS is encouraged; Energetic and positive attitude; Strong work ethic; Adaptability; Ability to anticipate and solve problems; Time management skills; Reliability; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Good organization skills; Strong leadership skills; Ability to work with the public and students; Ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, unless making the reasonable accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
- Ability to work in inclement weather conditions
- Available to work occasional evenings or weekends
- Must be able to get to and from work and field sites reliably
- Applicants are subject to a background check.
Clinton River Watershed Council is an equal opportunity employer. It makes its employment decisions on the basis of merit and does not discriminate against any candidate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, height, weight, national origin, disability, citizenship, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class or status.
Compensation: Temporary employees are those who are employed on short-term assignments and for a limited duration. Temporary employees are not eligible for employee benefits, except as required by applicable law. This position is hourly and non-exempt, at the rate of $14 per hour. There are no guaranteed hours of employment. This position is at-will. “At-will” means that either the temporary employee or the employer may terminate the employment for any time for any or no reason, with or without notice.
The organization is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with applicable federal, state and local laws relating to the use of background checks for employment purposes. All background checks will be conducted in strict conformity with the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), applicable state fair credit reporting laws, and state and federal antidiscrimination and privacy laws.
About CRWC: Located in Rochester Hills, MI and serving the entirety of the Clinton River watershed, the Clinton River Watershed Council’s mission is to protect, enhance, and celebrate the Clinton River, its watershed, and Lake St. Clair for the benefit of communities, the environment, and our future. For over 50 years, CRWC has worked to improve watershed management practices alongside local municipalities, provide educational programming for communities and children of all ages, and work to restore and enhance the Clinton River to become a place folks want to work, live and play.
Application deadline: February 3rd, 2026
To apply: Please send your resume and cover letter, in an email with the subject line “2026 Environmental Science Intern Application”, to mikela@crwc.org
For more information: Contact Mikela Dean, Watershed Ecologist at mikela@crwc.org