Job Description

Spartanburg Water, a water and waste water utility provider is seeking a Watershed intern to support the Watershed team with day-to-day task at our lakes and reservoirs. Works hand in hand with the Spartanburg Water team to keep our lakes safe and secure.  If you are interested in the well-being of the environment and you want real experience in the watershed profession, this is the internship for you. 

·         Collect water samples using various different methods

·         Transport water samples to the lab

·         Responsible for chain of custody records

·         Conduct inventory/assessments on endangered species & plants around Lake              Blalock

·         Maintain field records

·         Monitor water wells at each reservoir using a piezometer  

·         Conduct shoreline assessments

·         Pursuing an undergrad in Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or              relatable subject

·         Basic Computer Skills

·         Experience with Excel

·         Some knowledge of Chemistry or Biology

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·         Hourly rate $12.50

·         Work side-by-side with experienced Watershed professionals

·         Get hands on experience in environmental science 

·         Gain knowledge of Spartanburg Water system