2026 Summer College Intern - Division of Environmental and Financial Assistance

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

7h • Onsite

About The Position

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 ! Our benefits package includes: 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 We Need: Ohio EPA Summer Intern – Division of Environmental and Financial Assistance This posting is hiring for 2 internship positions within the division. 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. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. What We Need YOU To Do: The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency wants you to be our newest intern in the Division of Environmental and Financial Assistance (DEFA) at our Central Office located in Columbus, Ohio. Essentials. Let's talk about 'em: As a college intern, you'll assist staff with a variety of tasks such as program reviews, field work, research and data analysis, marketing and communications and administrative support. This internship offers a hands-on experience to water infrastructure funding programs from multiple perspectives. 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.

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)

Responsibilities

• Program Support Based on the your education, experience and areas of interest, you will assist in the review and processing of financial requests for water and wastewater projects.
• Assist the office with the closing out of loans by obtaining completed performance certifications and other documentation.
• Assist the WRRSP unit with GIS mapping and program metrics analysis.
• Field Work Attend pre-construction meetings/site visits, construction site visits, progress meetings and events.
• Attend pre-nomination site visits with the WRRSP staff.
• Research and Data Support Assist in preparation and/or collection of metrics for financial assistance programs and performance metrics.
• Prepare datasets in response to requests for program information.
• Assist in preparation of periodic reporting.
• Administrative Support Conduct in-person, email and phone communications regarding the Office of Financial Assistance funding programs.
• Obtain complete records for projects and updates databases as needed.
• Prepare marketing materials, website updates and other programmatic materials, as needed.

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 )

What This Job Offers

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