Description
WATER RESOURCES INTERN – GET PAID TO EXPLORE!
$20.82-$23.43/hr |
Paddle, Inspect, Protect! |
Make an Impact
Love the outdoors? Enjoy hands-on work that makes a real difference? Want to say your job includes
kayaking, sonar mapping, and environmental protection? Then this internship is for you!
What You’ll Be Doing
- Explore & Inspect: Conduct visual inspections of stormwater outfalls, ponds, and infrastructure using GPS and Cartegraph an asset management software. Learn to complete visual site inspections with use of a drone.
- Paddle & Map: Use a kayak and sonar equipment to create bathymetric maps of stormwater ponds.
- Protect & Educate: Assist in developing programs and outreach materials to maintain compliance with the MS4 permit.
- Inspect & Communicate: Visit active construction and development sites to ensure erosion control measures are in place, working with contractors and property owners to protect water resources.
- Data Collection & Management: Collect environmental water quality data, update GIS stormwater infrastructure database, and record field data.
- Sample & Analyze: Collect and process water samples for a water quality monitoring program.
- Support & Assist: Help the Engineering Department with customer service, document updates, and GIS mapping.
- Collaborate: Work with other departments within the city including Environmental, Forestry, GIS, Public works and Engineering to support ongoing initiatives.
Who We’re Looking For
- Current Student in Environmental Science, GIS, Water Resources, Engineering, or a related field.
- Tech-Savvy – Comfortable using Microsoft Office, and if you know GIS, AutoCAD, or GPS software, that’s a plus!
- Certification Ready – EM2001 Erosion Control certification is preferred. Preference will be given to applicants who have the certification or can get it prior to start of work.
- Outdoor Enthusiast – Must be okay with field work in all weather conditions, lifting 15-20 lbs, and operating a kayak.
- Great Communicator – You’ll be working with city staff, contractors, and the public, so professional and friendly interactions are a must!
- Licensed to Drive – A valid Class D Minnesota driver’s license with a good driving record is required.
- Field-Ready – Ability to adapt to both office and field work
Why You’ll Love This Job
- You’ll make a real impact on the environment.
- You get to work outdoors AND on the water.
- Gain hands-on experience with GIS, water quality monitoring, and stormwater management.
- Competitive pay for meaningful work.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Apply today and take your passion for the environment to the next level!
Learn more about the City of Chanhassen's internship program here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7421677163118247936/
This position is not benefit eligible.
