Public Service Intern - Water Permitting Intern
The Office of Water Quality, Permits Branch intern will assist with the renewal of general permit coverages through the SEEK system. This will involve communicating with OWQ staff, as well as members of the regulated community. The intern will verify information provided by the permittee, and work with the permittee to correct any deficiencies. The intern may be responsible for data entry, data analysis, or other duties as assigned. The intern will also be responsible for research assignments (particularly water reuse related) and assisting engineers with project reviews as needed.
This position is located in the North Little Rock office, at 5301 Northshore Drive, North Little Rock, AR. Remote work is not available for this position. The intern will be expected to work 40 hours per week, according to the agreed upon work schedule. This position will not require overnight travel. Some in-state travel may be necessary for occasional site visits.
The ideal candidate will be a college student pursuing a degree in biological, civil, chemical, or mechanical engineering, with an interest in environmental engineering.
The mission of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment is to provide effective and efficient energy and environmental solutions informed by science. The Department promotes responsible management of resources and protects the environment for the benefit of all Arkansans.
Position Information
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Summary
The Public Service Internship is designed specifically for undergraduate and graduate-level students to gain a better understanding in a professional work environment in the public sector. This internship provides students the opportunity to apply concepts learned in the classroom to a real-world work setting and to acquire applicable knowledge and experience. The Public Service Internship provides a valuable service to the State and the citizens it serves through assistance with critical projects throughout state government. This position is governed by state and federal laws and departmental policy.
Functions
The Public Service Internship assists with projects specific to the business needs of the Department assigned, as well as being exposed to a broad overview of state government. Other functions of the Public Service Internship include, but are not limited to, attending relevant meetings, sending email and correspondence, participating in visits to various Departments, creating professional presentations as assigned, and giving presentations to leadership. Each Public Service Intern will work on assigned projects with completion dates and timelines and will perform other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook is required. An ability to adapt to changing work environments and priorities, strong communication skills, a willingness to work as a team, and time management skills are required. Each candidate must have a commitment to public service and exceptional customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma is required. Additional requirements determined by the Department for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Department of Transformation and Shared Services (TSS), Office of Personnel Management.
OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS AS DETERMINED BY THE TSS DEPARTMENT SECRETARY.
Licenses
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.