Stormwater & Environmental Internship - City of Ankeny, IA : Job Details

The City of Ankeny is seeking a highly motivated student to complete a summer internship with the City's Public Works - Stormwater & Environmental Department.

The compensation rate is set at $19.00 per hour, 40 hours per week for 13 weeks, mid-May to mid-August. Pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.

Deadline to apply is Sunday, January 26, 2025. Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed cover letter and resume at www.ankenyiowa.gov/jobs. or QR Code below.

* Conduct field inspections for erosion control practices and document field observations.

* Investigate suspected illicit discharges to the storm sewer system.

* Complete field observations and record attributes of stormwater infrastructure.

* Assist with surface water quality sampling.

* Perform a variety of environmental and/or engineering duties on routine or minor projects.

* Inspect projects for maintenance work required and assist staff with minor maintenance.

* All applicants who are pursuing an associate or bachelor degree and recent graduates will be considered; however, preference will be given to students majoring in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field who have completed their freshman year or higher.

* Knowledge of office software (Word, Excel, etc.) and be capable of working with engineering software such as AutoCAD, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other engineering automation tools is a plus.

REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

* Must be at least 18 years old.

* Shall possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Works in office environment.

* Works in field environment.

* Climbs and walks over uneven terrain.

* Performs outside work in all kinds of weather conditions