DEP Intern - Northeast Region, Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program (College)

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Internships provide an exciting opportunity for students to learn about and assist with the environmental protection activities of various program areas within the agency working towards our mission to protect Pennsylvania's air, land and water from pollution and provide for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment.

If you have an interest in public service and want to gain valuable work experience that may be used toward a career after graduation, apply now!

In this position, you will provide support to the storage tank division. Your responsibilities will include participating in the cleanup operations for both underground and aboveground storage tanks. You will also be expected to attend facility inspections and monitor compliance. Moreover, you will assist in gathering groundwater samples and entering data into spreadsheets and databases.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time internship that will last from 5/1/2025 through 8/29/2025
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Internship Requirements:

• Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor's degree or advanced degree program in one of the following acceptable majors:
  • Environmental Science
  • Environmental Resource Management
  • Geology
• An approved major course of study at an accredited college or university.
• Freshman year completed.
• Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher)
• Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university

Additional Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a valid Class C non-commercial driver's license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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