Spartanburg Water, a water and waste water utility provider is seeking a Watershed intern to support the Watershed team with day-to-day task at our lakes and reservoirs. Works hand in hand with the Spartanburg Water team to keep our lakes safe and secure.  If you are interested in the well-being of the environment and you want real experience in the watershed profession, this is the internship for you. 
 

Job Skills / Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities
 

·         Collect water samples using various different methods
 

·         Transport water samples to the lab
 

·         Responsible for chain of custody records
 

·         Conduct inventory/assessments on endangered species & plants around Lake              Blalock
 

·         Maintain field records
 

·         Monitor water wells at each reservoir using a piezometer  
 

·         Conduct shoreline assessments
 

Requirements
 

·         Pursuing an undergrad in Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or              relatable subject
 

·         Basic Computer Skills
 

·         Experience with Excel
 

·         Some knowledge of Chemistry or Biology
 

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
 

Benefits
 

·         Hourly rate $12.50
 

·         Work side-by-side with experienced Watershed professionals
 

·         Get hands on experience in environmental science 
 

·         Gain knowledge of Spartanburg Water system