LGROW Seeking Summer Intern

The Lower Grand River Organization of Watersheds (LGROW) is looking for a student intern to perform monitoring and sampling for communities in Kent and Ottawa Counties that have Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems. The intern will utilize technical skills to take samples and record data. This data will be used by LGROW and the municipalities for regulatory reporting, outreach, and education. Applicants should be someone studying in the sciences and preparing herself/himself for a career in that field. This internship is mostly fieldwork based out of the Grand Rapids area.

Responsibilities

Complete training provided by LGROW
Perform inspections of storm sewer outfalls in the Lower Grand River Watershed
Perform water quality sampling
Follow specified training and sampling plan
Record all data
Work in a team with others
Assess outfalls in a timely manner, weather dependent
Utilize scientific thinking to make educated hypothesis regarding water quality from the sample results
Participate in LGROW programs including education and outreach as they occur during the time of employment

Commitment

Specific assignments and required subject matter will be identified
LGROW will supervise assignments and review work products
Internship runs through Summer 2018
Commitment averages about 40 hours per week

Qualifications

Minimum age: 18 years
Completed at least two years of college
Valid driver’s license and car for traveling throughout watershed
Proficient experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office
Work outdoors in and near water, occasionally in adverse conditions (e.g. rain, cold, snow, heat)
Driven, self-motivated, able to work independently with a positive attitude
Capable of making decisions by oneself
Works well with others, especially in a small group setting
Well organized, detail-oriented, thorough, and resourceful