College Intern - Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry

City of Lakeland, Civil Service • Employment Services, FL

13h • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level internship provides professional training through moderate-difficulty duties in various City offices. The intern performs assigned work to learn methods, procedures, and standards, under direct supervision. This position is located at the Glendale Wastewater Treatment Plant at 1825 Glendale Street in Lakeland, Florida. Interns may work a maximum of 30 hours per week, and the internship begins in January.

The intern samples and analyzes water, wastewater, and related substances, and supports laboratory and performance-measure activities. Specific activities may vary by department. Candidates must be enrolled as a senior at an accredited college or university in a major related to Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Engineering, or Microbiology. A résumé must be uploaded with the application for consideration.

City positions are subject to testing, which may include written, oral, performance, computerized, or interview assessments. Candidates selected for testing will be notified by email or telephone. The City of Lakeland is an equal opportunity/equal access employer and a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

• Be enrolled as a senior in an accredited college or university in a major relating to Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Engineering, or Microbiology.
• Upload a résumé with the application to be considered.
• Skill in using personal computers and standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of common laboratory safety measures and standard laboratory principles, terminology, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.
• Keyboarding skills.
• Ability to complete tasks promptly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City employees, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to request clarification when needed.

Responsibilities

• Sample and analyze water, wastewater, and related substances for BOD, nutrients, metals, and microanalysis.
• Develop knowledge of basic chemistry and biology principles and laboratory safety regulations.
• Work with computerized equipment.
• Provide professional support, including tracking and charting citywide performance measures, developing tracking methods, and gathering performance data.
• Perform assigned self-reading and correct errors when found.
• Conduct special studies in conjunction with a project, analyze data, and make recommendations based on the studies.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern