Recruitment #22-20001026-710
Date Opened | 4/29/2022 12:00:00 AM |
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Close Date | 5/27/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Job Type | Internships |
Salary | Hourly Pay Rate: $15.00/hour |
Location |
Stickney WRP
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Additional Forms |
Cover Letter Recommendation Letter |
MWRD's Internship Program offers paid internship positions. While the main focus of the MWRD is on wastewater management, there are opportunities to gain knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of functions in each department.
Paid Interns
Paid interns are limited to 119 working days per calendar year and receive $15.00 per hour. They do not receive benefits or paid days off.
Required Documents
Eligibility Requirements
Candidates are required to submit the Online Internship Application, submit a cover letter and letter of recommendation through MWRD’s Online Employment Center.
Questions regarding the internship program may be directed to the Internship Coordinator at mwrdinternships@mwrd.org.
Position Title:
Environmental Specialist Intern (?)
Department:
Monitoring and Research
Location:
Main Office Building Annex
111 East Erie Street
Chicago, IL
Description:
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is searching for a current undergraduate or graduate student in the Monitoring and Research Department. Intern will improve his/her analytical skills from reviewing monitoring reports submitted by various industrial users and those obtained by the District. Intern may be required to conduct field inspections of industrial/commercial facilities regarding operations, wastewater sampling and flow measurements.
Rate of Pay:
This is a paid internship at $15.00/hr.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
Applicants must have a current residence in Cook County, IL; be a citizen or national of the U.S., or legally authorized to work in the U.S.; obtain a letter of recommendation from current school; and submit a cover letter stating interest in the position.
Educational Requirements:
Applicants must be a current graduate or undergraduate student seeking a degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, preferred.