Catawba Riverkeeper · 11 hours ago
Northern Basin Engagement Intern
Catawba Riverkeeper is a foundation focused on preserving and restoring the waters of the Catawba-Wateree River Basin through education and advocacy. The Northern Basin Engagement Intern will assist in executing the Swim Guide Program and support educational program implementation, including collecting and analyzing water samples.
Environmental Services
Responsibilities
Proudly serves the local community, serving as a brand ambassador, promoting awareness and advocacy for the Catawba Riverkeeper and our mission
Assists with program planning, implementation, and evaluation for the Wilderness Watershed Adventure environmental education program and other engagement programming. This includes helping to develop curriculum and activities, coordinating logistics and schedule, and assisting with material preparation for programs
Coordinates with volunteers and other interns to collect, process, and publish weekly bacteria data for our Swim Guide program
Assists with waterway patrols and water/land surveys
Exemplifies the Catawba Riverkeeper mission statement and supports staff, departments and leadership in pursuing and achieving goals
Qualification
Required
Exhibits a passion for the mission of Catawba Riverkeeper
Successfully pass a standard criminal background review
Reliable personal transportation and active driver's license
Able to lift/move 35 pounds
Willingness to work in various weather conditions (rain, mud, bugs, etc.)
Ability to hike through brush and moderate terrain
Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science or related field
Knowledge of environment and ecology of North Carolina Foothills area
Proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, including data manipulation, summary, and analysis
Experience with GIS or willingness to learn
Ability to maintain an organized and detailed workflow with changing variables
Comfortable working autonomously as well as working in a team environment
Attention to detail
Clear, concise communication skills
Confident self-starter
Ability to follow detailed instructions
Preferred
Preferred, but not required, coursework or experience in outdoor recreation, environmental science/conservation, biology, education or similar field
Kayaking experience preferred
Benefits
Activities that require the use of a personal vehicle may receive gas mileage reimbursement upon supervisor approval.
Company
Catawba Riverkeeper
We educate and advocate to protect the Catawba-Wateree River Basin's lakes, rivers and streams for everyone who depends on and enjoys them.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase