Intern, Harbor Sampling
Responsibilities:
- Assistance with collection and preserving samples for microbiology and chemistry analysis
- Assists with other chemical, physical or biological laboratory testing.
- Performs harbor, river and bay sampling from a boat or van and related duties in support of the MWRA's monitoring programs.
- Enters data into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Performs related laboratory duties, calibrating field instruments and preparing materials for field sampling. (e.g. buffers/quality control standards).
- Records field and laboratory data on paper and in data logger.
- Enters data into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Reports to a Laboratory Supervisor II
The preferred candidate will be at least a junior in a science or environmental major. The candidate should have some chemistry laboratory skills and have a general understanding of laboratory procedures.
Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Ability to perform careful laboratory manipulations.
- Good communication skills.
- Competency in Microsoft Office Suite software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with the measurement of in-situ water quality parameters (temperature, pH, total and free chlorine)
- Adhere to standard laboratory practices and safety requirements.
- Perform field water quality testing, as required.
- Assist in the collection of other water quality samples, as needed.
- Perform related duties as required.
Other Information:
- Work Location: MWRA, Deer Island, 190 Tafts Avenue, Winthrop, MA 02152
- Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 3:00PM.
- Internship Period: May - September
How to Apply:
Apply online at: https://mwra.applicantpro.com/jobs/