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Trash Trap Program Internship Chattahoochee Riverkeeper (CRK) is a nonprofit, environmental advocacy and education organization with 10,000 members and offices in Smyrna, Gainesville, and LaGrange that works to protect the Chattahoochee River and its tributaries through education, monitoring, outreach, and legal actions. CRK is seeking a Trash Trap program intern in its Smyrna office. The intern will work with the In-Stream Trash Removal Program Director to implement our Trash-Free Chattahoochee campaign for in-stream litter collection and data analysis.

The intern should be a person who is self-motivated, has a strong work ethic, and is comfortable working outdoors. Interns will receive valuable real-world and professional experience, networking opportunities with partners and sponsors, and will be an essential asset to CRK’s vital work. This is an in-person internship and hours are negotiable. For more information about CRK’s trash traps, visit:  

Primary Duties:
• Coordinate grant-related activities and reporting with CRK staff;
• Assist staff in trap cleanouts between rain events, repair as necessary;
• Conduct forensic trash assessments and manage trash collection metrics;
• Data management and analysis;
• Assist online outreach campaigns, educational seminars, and community engagement events. Desired

Skills:

• Basic understanding of water quality;
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources;
• Ability to think strategically and work independently;
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle;
• Ability to work in physically demanding field conditions;
• Attention to safety and consistency;
• Good organization and communication skills;
Compensation:
Unpaid Time commitment:
Approximately 12 hours/week Application due date:
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To apply:

Email your resume to Jordan Yu (jyu) Subject Line: “Name”, “internship applying for” Example:
Jane Doe, Trash Trap Internship Chattahoochee Riverkeeper is an equal opportunity employer and considers candidates for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital status, or sexual orientation.