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City of New York

Environmental Engineering Intern

City of New York, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278


The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

BWSO seeks to hire Environmental Engineering Interns for the Engineering Division in the following sections:Plan Review (4 positions)Modeling (2 positions)Capital Drainage (2 positions)Drainage Review (1 position)Bluebelt (1 position)Resiliency Planning (1 position)

Common Job Functions for all units include:Summarize the findings by preparing presentations, technical reports and provide recommendations based on the results.Participates in Engineering discussions and presentations on topics including climate change, resiliency, sea level rise, and modernizing engineering practices.Opportunities for field visits and/or site inspections.Attends meetings with other Agencies or Bureaus as needed to coordinate on large-scale projects and facilitate solutions that meet the needs of all Agencies and Bureaus.These positions offer the opportunity to serve the public and there is potential for career growth.Prepares written project reports and response letters.Engages in research of existing water and sewer records, investigation, or studies to determine the extent of sewer infrastructure within the review area.Responding quickly and accurately to requests for information from within and from outside the Bureau and DEP.Create and maintain program performance metrics.

Minimum Qualifications:A Baccalaureate degree in environmental, chemical, mechanical, petroleum, aeronautical, or materials engineering from an accredited college. A Baccalaureate degree in engineering technology is not acceptable.

Preferred Skills:Experience using Microsoft Office, expertise in Excel is preferred.GIS and AutoCAD skills preferred.Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.Excellent communication skills both written and oral.Problem-solving skills, and make independent decisions.Leadership skills and be able to direct and lead.Self-motivated individual to take initiative and execute tasks.Valid driver’s license.

55a Program:This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Residency Requirement:New York City Residency is not required for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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