Governors Summer Intern - IDEM Solid Waste Permitting

State of Indiana • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSI) offers college students hands-on experience in their field of study, enhancing their marketability upon graduation. This specific internship focuses on assisting the Solid Waste Section Chief with various projects related to solid waste permitting, compliance, and environmental management.

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
• Enrolled in a program working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology or a related field
• 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
• Valid Drivers License
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software such as Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
• Ability to utilize the internet for research purposes and agency databases for documenting results
• Ability to review and evaluate technical reports and data

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
• Perform review of the lagoon tracking sheet
• Continue research of compost registrations for possible new rule
• Audit land application data as directed by land application coordinator
• Assist septage coordinator in coordinating activities with solid waste compliance

Benefits

• This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree