Environmental Compliance Intern

Environmental Compliance Intern 

Paid Per Hour Worked 

Undergraduate Level - P2/P3 

Graduate Level - P4

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under the direction of Environmental Health and Safety Compliance Specialist this position will support environmental compliance and stormwater management initiatives across all Metroparks by conducting field inspections of stormwater infrastructure, collecting environmental samples, and assisting with chemical inventories at park facilities. The intern will utilize GIS applications, handheld GPS units, and ArcGIS to collect and manage spatial data, and update stormwater system maps. This internship provides an opportunity to analyze and summarize collected data in a comprehensive report that includes maps, tables, and a qualitative summary of findings and recommendations.

To qualify for a college internship: 

• Students must be enrolled as a student in an accredited college or university and provide proof of enrollment upon hire. 
• Students who are not currently enrolled in school due to summer break must provide proof of continued future enrollment (e.g. enrollment in the fall will qualify). 
• Students must perform work that is related to their formal academic program.
• College interns must provide the company with all the guidelines required by their educational institution.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general direction of Environmental Health and Safety Compliance Specialist. Position works independently and exercises some judgment and discretion in completion of duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Conduct inspections of stormwater infrastructure and collect environmental samples as directed throughout all parks. 
• Use GIS apps or handheld GPS to collect spatial data of stormwater structures throughout all parks and utilize ArcGIS to update stormwater maps. 
• Update environmental forms and plans. 
• Conduct chemical inventories at park facilities. 
• May assist with EHS Compliance Specialist with other projects as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university with a concentration in environmental science, biology, chemistry, geology, GIS, natural resources management, or a related field. 
• Must maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and an acceptable driving record. 
• Ability to perform essential duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee routinely encounters when performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Employee generally performs work within an office environment. The noise level is usually quiet. Occasionally, the employee will be required to work in outdoor environments and will be subject to weather conditions to include heat, rain, and snow.

SELECTION GUIDELINES: Selection guidelines may include any or all of the following: formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, background and reference check, job related tests, and physical exam to include drug screening. 

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.