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DEP Intern - Northeast Regional Office, Air Quality Program

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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DEP Intern - Northeast Regional Office, Air Quality Program (College)

Salary

 

$17.00 Hourly

Location

 

Northampton County, PA

Job Type

 

Internship

Job Number

 

N-2024-14526

Department

 

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

 

EP NERO Air Qlty

Opening Date

 

12/16/2024

Closing Date

 

2/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

 

U2710

Position Number

 

50698755

Union

 

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

 

98

Pay Group

 

ST01

Bureau / Division Code

 

4270

Bureau / Division

 

Northeast Regional Office, Air Quality Program

Worksite Address

 

4530 Bath Pike

City

 

Northampton Pennsylvania

Zip Code

 

18015

Contact Name

 

EP, DEP Interns

Contact Email

 

ra-epinterns@pa.gov

THE POSITION

 

 

 

Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Internships provide an exciting opportunity for students to learn about and assist with the environmental protection activities of various program areas within the agency working towards our mission to protect Pennsylvania's air, land and water from pollution and provide for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment. 


 

If you have an interest in public service and want to gain valuable work experience that may be used toward a career after graduation, apply now!



 

 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

 

 

In this role, you will assist with tracking input and emissions data, as well as with conducting source testing . Furthermore, you will engage in outreach efforts and provide compliance assistance. Your responsibilities will also include supporting the monitoring of results associated with activities.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 

  • Full-time internship that will last from 5/1/2025 through 8/29/2025
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, on a schedule that aligns with the supervisor. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Northampton.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

  • Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor’s degree or advanced degree program in one of the following acceptable majors:
    • Environmental Studies
    • Environmental Science
  • An approved major course which includes a qualifying 24 credit hours of study in the physical, biological and environmental sciences may be acceptable.
  • Freshman year completed.
  • Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher).
  • Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university.

 

Additional Requirements:

  • This position requires possession of a valid Class C non-commercial driver's license.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

 

How to Apply: 

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 


Veterans: 


Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


 

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. 

 

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.