Industrial Storm Water Unit Internship – Summer 2024
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Industrial Storm Water Unit Internship – Summer 2024
Salary
$0.00 Hourly
Location
Warren, MI
Job Type
Internship - Non Paid
Job Number
7601-24-INTERNSHIP-017
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
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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 Industrial Storm Water Permit regulations offer facilities an opportunity for an exemption if sites can meet the conditions of a ‘No Exposure Certification’ (NEC). The NEC requires that the facility operate without exposing industrial materials or activities to precipitation and to certify compliance every 5 years. The Warren District Office has a large number of expired NEC’s that require follow up.
The chosen intern will:
Make contact with chosen facilities to:
Determine if the business is still active
Determine if the business is still eligible for exemption
Assist business with submitting new application for exemption
Prioritize sites and follow up visits by reviewing aerial photography
Receive training on the Industrial Storm Water Permit requirements
Shadow Water Resources Division (WRD) staff during site inspections
Receive training on WRD’s database MiEnviro.
Intern must possess strong organizational and communication skills. Should feel confident explaining regulations/requirements (as trained) and provide compliance assistance both verbally and in writing.
This internship will bein officewith the expectation that all work will be performed on site at the Warren District Office. 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 EGLE’s WRD team.
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 and be at a Junior or Senior level status by Fall 2024
Pursuit of Bachelors in:
Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, Sustainability
Experience
No specific type or amount is required unless specified in the individual project detail.
Additional Requirements and Information
Required documents that must be included with your application:
Cover Letter – detailing your interest in this internship 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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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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