State of Indiana - Indianapolis, IN

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Intern
Indianapolis, IN
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Governor's Summer Intern position at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) offers college students hands-on experience in health and safety within a governmental context. Interns will engage in meaningful projects that enhance their academic learning while contributing to IDEM's mission of ensuring safe working conditions and environmental protection. This role provides opportunities for networking, skill development, and real-world application of academic knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and execute one major project related to agency needs and academic area of study
  • Create, develop, and sustain the programmatic efforts for the assigned discipline
  • Analyze data and feedback to provide recommendations
  • Partner with other relevant stakeholders to promote and enhance the quality of projects
  • Collaborate with State of Indiana agencies to ensure effective implementation of internal and external initiatives
  • Research safety information including free posters and FACT Sheets
  • Assist with the development of safety training and education materials for IDEM staff
  • Assist with reviewing, updating and organizing the H&S Extranet and Sharepoint sites
  • Assist H&S staff at training events
  • Assist with management of safety reports and documents
  • Review evacuation plans and assist with planning and training for an evacuation exercise

Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate with an accredited post-secondary institution and have completed at least one (1) year of undergraduate education
  • Academic work in related field
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to analyze data sets related to discipline
  • Ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels
  • Ability to conduct well-informed research
  • Ability to solve complex, critical problems
  • Ability to review and make recommendations on proposed changes to relevant policies and procedures
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet searches

Nice-to-haves

  • A Health and Safety background is not required but is a plus
  • Experience in a team-setting
  • Self-motivated and dependable

Benefits

  • Hourly rate of $16.24 for those without a bachelor's degree and $17.24 for those with a bachelor's degree or higher
  • Opportunity for networking and skill development
  • Hands-on experience in a governmental agency
  • Resume building and soft skills workshops
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