2026 Summer College Intern - Division of Surface Water - 401/Wetlands and Water Quality

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

10h

About The Position

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency wants you to be our newest intern in the Division of Surface Water (DSW) at one of our many locations throughout the State of Ohio. Essentials. Let's talk about 'em: As a college intern, you'll receive training and orientation on our surface water program and assist the technical staff with a variety of program duties. We have multiple positions to choose from: 401/Wetlands Program Intern (Columbus): You will receive training in aspects of both in-office and in-the-field activities involved in the Stream and Wetland Permitting Program. Assist in collecting and tabulating data required to draft permits and reports. Collect, prepare and process biological, geomorphological, and water quality data. Assist in the operation/maintenance of field sampling equipment and instruments. Assist in mapping, preparing and migrating data into GIS systems and databases. Field-verify sites to determine compliance with 401 water quality certifications. Assist agency staff in performing site evaluations in response to complaints received. Learn and implement stream and wetland assessment methods. Water Quality Intern (Columbus, Logan, Dayton, Twinsburg): Be trained in aspects of both in-office and in-the-field activities involved in the Water Quality Program. Collect water quality data in streams and/or inland lakes. Conduct reconnaissance of survey sites. Assist in the operation, calibration, and performance maintenance of field instruments. Maintain instrument record logs and other quality assurance records. Field internships are one of the most desired positions that Ohio EPA provides. Ready to level up your experience? Apply today, and let's talk. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. This posting is for multiple positions in various locations. What We Need: Ohio EPA Summer Intern – Division of Surface Water What We Do: At the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, our primary goal is to protect the environment and public health. We do this by ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental laws. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website !

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a college degree program directly related to the position or have recently graduated within the quarter/semester immediately preceding the start date.
• Major area of study\: Environmental Science, Water Resources, Chemistry or Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Chemical) or relevant field of study.
• Knowledge of safety practices, public relations, Agency policies and procedures and permits as applicable.
• Skills in computers (word processing and database work)
• Job Skills: Environmental Services, Data Analytics, Data Entry, Organizing and Planning, Written Communication, Customer Focus

Responsibilities

• Receive training and orientation on our surface water program and assist the technical staff with a variety of program duties.
• Assist in collecting and tabulating data required to draft permits and reports.
• Collect, prepare and process biological, geomorphological, and water quality data.
• Assist in the operation/maintenance of field sampling equipment and instruments.
• Assist in mapping, preparing and migrating data into GIS systems and databases.
• Field-verify sites to determine compliance with 401 water quality certifications.
• Assist agency staff in performing site evaluations in response to complaints received.
• Learn and implement stream and wetland assessment methods.
• Collect water quality data in streams and/or inland lakes.
• Conduct reconnaissance of survey sites.
• Assist in the operation, calibration, and performance maintenance of field instruments.
• Maintain instrument record logs and other quality assurance records.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed