Water Quality Education Intern

Salary Range

USD 20 hourly

This is a non‑exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications compared to the market rate and job requirements.

At Mecklenburg County you’ll have the chance to build a career that is as unique as you are, supported by an inclusive culture and technology to help you become your best self. We’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better.

Working for LUESA (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help provide key services that contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Partner with a creative and inspiring team that is driven by success and innovation. We welcome talented, high‑energy, fun team members to enhance our community’s quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

Temporary (32 weeks) and part‑time (19 hours/week). Hours are flexible based on class or school schedule.

The Water Quality Program is a group of about 30 staff passionate about protecting our streams and lakes in Mecklenburg County. Backgrounds span Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology and Natural Resources Management. The team conducts monitoring, inspections, enforces environmental regulations and provides education. Five sections exist:
Pollution Prevention, Pollution Control, Compliance, Streams & Lakes, and Biologicals.

This position is in the Pollution Prevention Section. The team educates residents, businesses, municipal employees and students, and promotes water‑quality volunteer programs that serve more than 5 000 residents annually.

Support volunteer programs by assisting volunteers and managing supplies and equipment; assist with public‑education presentations on water quality at schools, businesses and special events; and select your own project with another section of the Water Quality Program.

Perform work related to your college studies and career goals; complete assigned duties under the direction of a county professional staff member to gain career‑oriented knowledge and experience.

• Assist with community volunteer programs such as Adopt‑A‑Stream, Volunteer Monitoring, Storm Drain Marking and monthly volunteer events, including occasional work after normal business hours and on weekends.
• Work on projects and tasks such as developing and maintaining spreadsheets, performing fieldwork, evaluating information and results, and collaborating across departments.
• Assist staff in the assigned departments with ongoing research projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Experience:
  
  No experience required.
• Education:
  
  Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university or technical school in a field related to the assignment.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in basic software such as Microsoft Office Suite.

North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License. Must be able to obtain and maintain a County Operator’s Permit.

• Energetic passion for the environment, community service and volunteer programs.
• Prior experience leading groups and working with volunteers.
• Experience with public presentations is helpful.

• Knowledge of basic environmental science.
• Knowledge of stormwater.
• Knowledge of the Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Storm Water Services.
• Using a computer and related software applications.
• Demonstrating environmental concepts to children and adults.
• Motivating and encouraging volunteers.
• Conducting field observations.
• Organizing and preparing reports.
• Communication – Clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups, engaging the audience.
• Collaboration – Work effectively and cooperatively with others;…