Co-Op/Intern- Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC)
About The Position
The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) serves the public by enforcing laws relating to natural resources and the environment. The EEC encompasses a wide variety of functions related to the protection of the environment and the health and safety of its citizens while supporting a positive business climate EEC has internships opportunities, in 18 locations, that serve the entire commonwealth. This is an Interim position. An Interim position means a position established to address a one-time or recurring need of less than nine (9) months duration and exempt from the classified service under KRS 18A.115. Interns can expect: EEC offers fall, spring, and summer internships Undergraduate student - $16.44 Graduate student - $19.09 37.5-hour work week EEC gear Great experience to build a resume Intern duties include: Accompanying field staff on site visits. Assisting full time employees in performing inspections in addition to reviewing and analyzing data that was collected. Work with other interns and full-time staff on collaborative projects. Qualifications to apply: Must be a student in pursuit of a degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Physical Sciences (recent graduates will be considered). 3.0 GPA. Great communication skills. Strong technical and analytical skills. Self-starter, motivated, and eager to learn. Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Interested in joining Team EEC? Prior to submitting your resume and cover letter, we highly encourage you to visit our website and social media pages on Facebook and Twitter to learn more about the Energy and Environment Cabinet. The EEC is a large agency, and your research will allow you to familiarize yourself with the different subject areas within the cabinet. Once you have completed your research regarding the cabinet, please email your resume and cover letter in a single PDF and email to [email protected] with the subject line "(Your first name, last name) EEC Internship Application". Example: Jane Doe EEC Internship Application. In your resume and cover letter, please be sure to include the following information: First and last name Email Phone number Address University and anticipated year of graduation Current GPA Related experience Area of interest within the EEC where you would like to intern Residence for the duration of the internship Please contact [email protected] if you need further information.
Requirements
- Must be a student in pursuit of a degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Physical Sciences (recent graduates will be considered).
- 3.0 GPA.
- Great communication skills.
- Strong technical and analytical skills.
- Self-starter, motivated, and eager to learn.
- Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Must be enrolled on a full-time basis in high school as a junior or senior or enrolled at an accredited Kentucky post-secondary school or other educational institutions approved by the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet.
- Applicants must furnish proof of enrollment in such a program to the Personnel Cabinet.
- Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.
- Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Responsibilities
- Accompanying field staff on site visits.
- Assisting full time employees in performing inspections in addition to reviewing and analyzing data that was collected.
- Work with other interns and full-time staff on collaborative projects.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
