Intern (Groundwater Recharge)
Job Description
Care to get your feet wet in the field of Groundwater Recharge? Do you enjoy a mix of office and all-weather field experiences? Are you a meticulous data collector willing to help document and quantify water deliveries, water sampling, and special program needs? If so, the Inland Empire Utilities Agency has a great interactive opportunity for those looking to gain valuable hydrogeologic experience while helping to enhance and preserve the quality of life throughout the region. The Agency's internships are meant to be a positive experience that allows for your personal growth and development. We are an ideal place for you to ask questions and learn essential job functions that will prepare you for success in a water industry career.
This internship is perfect for you if you...
- Are a good communicator that thrives off of collaboration.
- Enjoy a job with a mix of outdoor and indoor tasks.
- Have a desire to learn and implement hydrogeologic techniques and methods.
- Are an analytical person and creative problem solver.
- Value a flexible work schedule.
The Chino Basin Groundwater Recharge (GWR) team works to replenish the groundwater basin by delivering recycled, imported, and storm water to recharge sites using a network of streams and pipelines to 19 recharge sites. The GWR interns help collect and evaluate operational, reporting, and compliance data for the GWR program from the basin sites and their monitoring wells located throughout the IEUA service area (approximately 245 square miles). The program also has special hydrologic and water quality driven pojects pertaining to the health of the Chino Groundwater Basin such as tracking underground plumes, flows, and water rights on the Santa Ana River. Learn more about GWR at https://www.ieua.org/everything-water/groundwater/. The Agency is now working towards additional recharge processes that will put advanced treated water into the ground using wells and other innovative methods.
There is one (1) internship opportunity in the Groundwater Recharge section.
This recruitment is being conducted to fill one (1) vacancy and will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
(July 1st to June 30th)
Work schedule is estimated to be approximately 14 to 20 hours a week;
Office Hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and occasionally as Friday, Saturday, or Sunday rain (storm capture) responses.
Intern staff work flexible hours as established by his/her respective supervisor. While the Agency is flexible and will strive to work around an intern's schedule, an intern's work hours will vary and be mutually agreeable between the intern and his/her supervisor.
Conduct sampling, which will include coordinating with the laboratory, organizing of priorities, following protocols, meeting deadlines, lifting and loading full sample coolers (up to 50 lbs.), and safely navigating/driving within the service area.
Perform the full array of duties assigned including professional administrative/technical work on special projects, such as researching topics, compiling and graphing data, and drafting protocols and findings.
Prepare reports, figures and graphs, and recommendations relative to assigned areas of responsibility; prepare and update manuals and protocols.
Deploying and downloading remote data collection equipment.
Graduation or current enrollment in undergraduate or graduate studies in an accredited college or university with major course work in data and physical sciences such as Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geology, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a closely related field.
While no prior work experience is required, preference will be given to individuals with prior related work knowledge and or experience.
Attention to detail, excellent oral and written communication skills and computer skills are critical.
INELIGIBILITY:
Individuals that are a member of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), are ineligible for Intern positions with IEUA.
Principles of data collection, and data evaluation techniques and methods; methods and techniques for basic report preparation and writing; modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; proper English, spelling and grammar.
Operate office equipment including a computer and applicable software; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; understand and follow verbal and written instructions; analyze data, recognize limits and conflicting situations and research materials; formulate options and make recommendations; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
All employment applications will be reviewed for accuracy, completion, relevant experience, education, training and other job-related qualifications. Applicants with the strongest background relating to the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the testing process which may include one or more of the following: written test, oral interview, performance/practical examination. A second round of interviews may also be conducted. Communications regarding this recruitment will be sent by email, and candidates will need to monitor their inbox/spam/junk email folder regularly to ensure they do not miss any relevant communication.
The Inland Empire Utilities Agency does not sponsor employment visas at the time of hire or during the course of employment. All applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.