2026 Autumn College Intern - Division of Surface Water

State of Ohio • Dayton, OH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, a regulatory organization that’s committed to protecting the environment and public health by ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. This is a seasonal environmental intern position for Fall 2026 within the Division of Surface Water. 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. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). 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. 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).

Requirements

• 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).

Nice To Haves

• Environmental Services
• Facilities Maintenance & Inspection
• Data Analytics
• Data Entry
• Organizing and Planning
• Written Communication
• Customer Focus

Responsibilities

• Collecting and summarizing wastewater data for Permit to Install (PTI) applications, to assist technical staff with evaluating treatment system capacity, treatment design, and environmental impact.
• Reviewing PTI applications and detailed plans for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with state environmental rules and standards.
• Compiling and organizing key data for wastewater discharge permits to support the regulatory process that protects water quality across the state.
• Preparing reports and tabulating technical information to turn raw data into clear summaries used by technical staff and decision-makers.
• Assisting with field inspections at wastewater treatment plants to observe operations firsthand and help document a facility’s permit compliance.

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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree