Northern Basin Engagement Intern

Catawba Riverkeeper•Morganton, NC

12d•$13

About The Position

Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation (Catawba Riverkeeper) was founded in 1997 as the 21st waterkeeper organization in the U.S. Now, proudly part of an international movement that boasts over 400 local organizations, we preserve, protect and restore the waters of the Catawba-Wateree River Basin for all through education, advocacy, and engagement. Our 5,000 square mile river basin includes over 8,900 miles of waterways across 26 counties in North and South Carolina. The Northern Basin Engagement Intern is responsible for helping to execute the Swim Guide Program and assist the Northern Basin Engagement Manager in executing the mission of Catawba Riverkeeper in the Northern Basin. In this role, the Intern will be assisting with education program implementation as well as supporting the Swim Guide Program by collecting and analyzing water samples for E. coli.

Requirements

Exhibits a passion for the mission of Catawba Riverkeeper.
Successfully pass a standard criminal background review.
Reliable personal transportation and active driver’s license.
Able to lift/move 35 pounds.
Willingness to work in various weather conditions (rain, mud, bugs, etc.).
Ability to hike through brush and moderate terrain.
Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science or related field.
Proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, including data manipulation, summary, and analysis.
Ability to maintain an organized and detailed workflow with changing variables.
Comfortable working autonomously as well as working in a team environment.
Attention to detail.
Clear, concise communication skills.
Confident self-starter.
Ability to follow detailed instructions.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of environment and ecology of North Carolina Foothills area Preferred, but not required, coursework or experience in outdoor recreation, environmental science/conservation, biology, education or similar field.
Experience with GIS or willingness to learn.
Kayaking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Proudly serves the local community, serving as a brand ambassador, promoting awareness and advocacy for the Catawba Riverkeeper and our mission.
Assists with program planning, implementation, and evaluation for the Wilderness Watershed Adventure environmental education program and other engagement programming. This includes helping to develop curriculum and activities, coordinating logistics and schedule, and assisting with material preparation for programs.
Coordinates with volunteers and other interns to collect, process, and publish weekly bacteria data for our Swim Guide program.
Assists with waterway patrols and water/land surveys.
Exemplifies the Catawba Riverkeeper mission statement and supports staff, departments and leadership in pursuing and achieving goals.