INTERN - Water Resources Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/capaz/jobs/newprint/4763103) Apply  INTERN - Water Resources Salary $20.00 Hourly Location Headquarters - Phoenix 85024, AZ Job Type Limited Duration Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 1252 Department Water Transmission Opening Date 12/18/2024 Closing Date 2/12/2025 11:59 PM Arizona + Description + Benefits + Questions Overview & Purpose PAID INTERNSHIP: $20.00/Hour APPLY BY: 2/12/25 Target 11-week Internship Dates: 5/19/25 – 7/31/25 (4-10 work schedule M-Th 6am - 4:30pm) Some flexibility with scheduled hours. There may be the option for a few telecommute days, but not on a weekly basis (conditions apply). Work collaboratively with the CAP Water Resources Field Engineer and Biology Water Quality Administrator to gain hands-on experience in a broad range of water resources and biological issues that impact the CAP system. Position Responsibilities + Assists in scientific investigations of aquatic nuisance species that impact the CAP canal and its infrastructure, including quagga mussels, Cymbella, and hydroids. + Conducts mapping surveys of aquatic vegetation and sediment deposition in CAP source water and the canal itself. + Samples fish populations to determine general health and food habits. + Maintains water quality meters to ensure accurate measurement and recording of data. + Utilizes laboratory equipment to analyze various biological samples. + Monitor wildlife water catchments along the canal. + Participate in groundwater recharge basin maintenance. + Participate in groundwater well, canal and lake sampling. At the end of the 11 week internship, the intern will prepare and deliver a presentation(s) and report(s) which include, but limited to: + Identifying CAP’s role with stakeholders throughout the state. + Identifying the importance of CAP for stakeholders that utilize the system. + Identifying the different uses of CAP water throughout the system. + Scheduling and coordinating with appropriate agencies to conduct site visits, interviews, research, etc. + Describes what he/she learned during their time as an intern. + Provide an evaluation of the intern experience at CAP. + Provide recommendations for future interns. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities + Junior or higher-level student (or recent completed undergraduate program) working toward a degree in Natural Resource Management, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Biology or related field. May be an undergrad or grad student. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites. + Clear oral communication skills and team leadership ability. + Ability to multi-task, adapt to various personality types, and function in a rapidly moving multi-disciplinary environment. + Must have a valid Driver's License, maintain a good driving record, and have at least TWO YEARS of driving experience. + Must submit transcripts (unofficial or official) with the online application. + Must be legally authorized to work a paid internship in the United States. Supplemental Information + Frequently, the position requires work out of the office, which requires driving a CAP vehicle (3/4 ton pickup truck) on improved and unimproved roadways. Outside working conditions are dependent on the weather, which involves extreme heat in the summer (temperatures over 100 degrees) and cold in the winter (temperatures below freezing). Work visitations are required at the pumping plants and along the CAP canal. + The pumping plants and office structures are heated and cooled. Noise levels are generally minimal, however, they can be excessive for brief periods of time. The person in this position moves about using various conveyances such as an elevator, stairway, and/or walk ramp. A lesser amount of work time is spent working inside in either a single-level or upper-level structured office building, which is heated, air-conditioned. Persons in this position occasionally work in the field having to walk up and down extremely rough terrain. + Persons in this position will have exposure to flora, fauna and the natural habitat of the desert environment. Welcome to the Central Arizona Project - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1gmLzN97i0) Paid sick leave. There are no other benefits associated with this position. 01 This internship is for a full-time paid ($20/hour) work experience M-Th for the duration of 5/18/25 – 7/31/25. This position does not come with additional company benefits. Can you commit to participating in this summer Internship Program for at least 90% of the full 11-week period? + Yes + No 02 Are you currently a junior level or higher student (or recent grad) enrolled in a declared major closely related to this internship? + Yes + No 03 What is your college and/or grad school major(s)? 04 What is your current cumulative GPA? 05 Are you proficient in Microsoft Office Suites? + Yes + No 06 Are you legally authorized to work a paid full-time summer internship in the United States? + Yes + No 07 Would you have reliable transportation to the CAP headquarters location at 23636 N. 7th Street in Phoenix (not easy walking distance to public transportation)? + Yes + No 08 Do you have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, plus at least TWO YEARS of driving experience? + Yes + No 09 IMPORTANT! To be considered for this internship, you must attach the (official or unofficial) transcripts of your college coursework (pdf or Word). Did you successfully attach / upload your transcripts to this online application? (If you did not attach them with this application, please email them to hr@cap-az.com by the posting closing date). + Yes + No 10 Please briefly describe 1) why you are interested in this internship program, 2) your career objectives, and 3) how both you and CAP would benefit if you were selected for this internship. Required Question Employer Central Arizona Project Address 23636 N. 7th Street Phoenix, Arizona, 85024 Website http://www.cap-az.com Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email