NJ Department of Environmental Protection · 10 hours ago
Wetlands Science & GIS Intern - DSR-2026-6i
Trenton, NJ
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$19/hr - $24/hrThe NJ Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Wetlands Science & GIS Intern to support their wetlands team. The role involves conducting field work, data entry, and creating an accessible ArcGIS StoryMap to highlight wetland land cover and ecosystem benefits across the state.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support the DSR wetlands team in conducting field work, data entry, and website content
Conduct annual monitoring tasks for freshwater and coastal wetland systems
Create an accessible ArcGIS StoryMap to highlight wetland land cover and ecosystem benefits
Assist with lake sediment coring, subsampling core intervals for core chronology, diatom analyses, organic pollutants, and preparing diatom slides
Qualification
Required
Basic knowledge of biological/ecological science
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience using ArcGIS and/or designing storymaps
Ability to spend time outdoors in hot, buggy, and muddy conditions
Authorization to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations
Possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position
Preferred
Understanding of common statistical methods
Enrolled at an accredited university/college studying one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering
Benefits
Earned Sick Time
Company
NJ Department of Environmental Protection
On America's first official "Earth Day" — April 22, 1970, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection was born.
Founded in 1970
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kimberly Cahall
Chief Enforcement Officer
Vincenzo Ferriola
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program Coordinator
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