Copper Usage as a Control Agent and Drivers of Algae Bloom Research Internship – Summer 2024

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　　Copper Usage as a Control Agent and Drivers of Algae Bloom Research Internship – Summer 2024

　　Salary

　　$0.00 Hourly

　　Location

　　To Be Determined - TBD, MI

　　Job Type

　　Internship - Non Paid

　　Job Number

　　7601-24-INTERNSHIP-014

　　Department

　　Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

　　Opening Date

　　01/18/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/9/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Bargaining Unit

　　N/A

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　Job Description

　　WHO WE ARE

　　At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) our work is about protecting Michigan’s environment and that work spans research, monitoring, regulation, education, and community engagement. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve.

　　We offer internships for students interested in learning more about environmental positions at the state level while gaining meaningful professional experiences. The intern will work directly with staff and executives on key environmental issues in a variety of capacities throughout the department.

　　WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE:

　　The chosen intern will:

　　Conduct and summarize a literature review on the topic(s) of copper usage in aquatic systems to control nuisance macroalgae, filamentous algae and invasive species

　　Research copper accumulation and availability in sediment in lakes with copper treatment.

　　Conduct and summarize a literature review on the drivers of algae blooms, why waterbodies flip from macrophyte to algae dominated systems, relationship between herbicide treatments and occurrence/frequency of algae blooms, do filamentous algae blooms compete with macrophytes, and habitat quality of filamentous algae.

　　Create reports summarizing results including references and electronic copies of literature articles found/used.

　　Learn how research is a critical piece to the work EGLE performs daily.

　　This internship will be fully remote; however student will be required to pick up State issued laptop and receive technology access instruction in person at a physical EGLE District Office Location.

　　Interns are expected to work a minimum of 15 hours per week and can work up to 40 hours per week. Days and times of work will be coordinated around the student’s academic schedule and the needs of the project outcomes

　　Students seeking academic credit for this internship experience must work with their academic institution and the internship supervisor to coordinate any required paperwork or project tracking requirements.

　　Internships are nonpaid experiences

　　Required Education and Experience

　　Education

　　Current enrollment in a post-secondary education institution at a Junior, Senior or Graduate student level by fall of 2024

　　Actively pursuing a Bachelors degree in one of the following:

　　Botany, chemistry, environmental science, or any of the physical sciences would be considered.

　　Experience

　　Past experience accessing literature articles could be beneficial. Scientific background or interest is preferred

　　Additional Requirements and Information

　　Required documents thatmust be included with your application:

　　Cover Letter – detailing your interest in this internship project experience

　　Current and updated resume – Resume must show current education information, work history and should include any relevant projects you have worked on through school or through volunteering. It must also include current email address and phone number.

　　College Transcript

　　Failure to include all documents could prevent your application from being considered.

　　Please provide 3 references

　　Enter email addresses and phone numbers for references in the appropriate section in the application.

　　State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.

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　　How did you hear about EGLE's Internship Program?

　　Career Fair

　　College Career Counseling Office

　　Handshake

　　Other online job posting webpage

　　Prior experience with EGLE

　　State employee

　　State of Michigan job posting

　　Word of mouth

　　02

　　Are you currently enrolled in a post-secondary education institution?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　What college or university are you currently attending? Please enter the full name. If none, please indicate N/A.

　　04

　　What is your current major? Please enter the full degree program name. If none, please indicate N/A.

　　05

　　What is your expected graduation date? Please enter date.

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　　Did you attach a copy of your college transcripts, cover letter, resume, and three references? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

　　Yes

　　No

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　　Agency

　　State of Michigan

　　Department

　　Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

　　Address

　　525 West Allegan Street

　　Lansing, Michigan, 48909

　　Phone

　　517-284-5014

　　Website

　　https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/careers

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