Riverkeeper Intern

Catawba Riverkeeper • Cramerton, NC

3d • $13 - $13 • Onsite

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 Riverkeeper Intern is responsible for helping to execute the Swim Guide Program and assist the Riverkeeper in executing the organization’s mission. In this role, the Intern will be collecting and analyzing water samples for E. coli, working on pollution issues, and researching various water quality related topics.

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, geography, or related field.
• Proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, including data manipulation, summary, and analysis.
• Experience with GIS or willingness to learn.
• Experience kayaking or willingness to learn.
• Ability to maintain an organized and detailed workflow with changing variables.
• Comfortable working autonomously as well as working in a team environment.
• Confident self-starter.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred, but not required, coursework or experience in outdoor recreation, environmental science/conservation, biology, education or similar field.

Responsibilities

• Proudly serve the local community, serving as a brand ambassador, promoting awareness and advocacy for the Catawba Riverkeeper and our mission.
• Coordinates with volunteers and other interns to collect, process, and publish weekly bacteria data for our Swim Guide program.
• Analyzes pollution discharge data.
• Maps current and future threats to the water.
• Researches industry best practices and stay updated on new developments.
• Researches for projects leading to direct policy change.
• Assists with waterway patrols and water/land surveys.
• Collects samples in the field, prepares them for analysis, run laboratory equipment, and track sources of pollutants.
• Exemplifies the Catawba Riverkeeper mission statement and supports staff, departments, and leadership in pursuing and achieving goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed