Waste Prevention Environmental Services WPES Youth Internship
Waste Prevention Environmental Services WPES Youth Internship
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Position Summary
Hello wereMetro!Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here today and tomorrow.
Are you passionate about reducing greenhouse gas emissions conserving natural resources and protecting and advocating for the environment and human health issues that you care about Would you like to learn about careers in public service
Metros Waste Prevention and Environmental Services department is offering internship opportunities for current high school Sophomores and Juniors who have a positive attitude and an interest in sustainability and environmental justice. In this role you will support our team as you gain knowledge and skills in education communication planning research and operations all focused on managing and reducing the human and environmental impacts of goods consumed in the region from production to disposal.
The duration of this internship is two years and it will start towards the end of your Sophomore or Junior year of high school. The 2nd year will take place during your Junior or Senior year of high school and you will have the option of completing a third year if you decide. The starting pay rate is $15.95 DE1per hour. During the summer you will work three days per week and up to 24 hours per week (usually Tuesdays Thursdays and one other weekday as assigned plus additional hours on your own). After the summer you will continue your employment throughout the school year at reduced hours 10 hours per week on average) with expected mandatory attendance to most Saturday meetings (twice per month) which can be inperson or online. The internship consists of two to three calendar years that follow this format. Since Summer 2022 we have returned to working in the office and meeting in person for tours fieldtrips and meetings while also using hybrid meeting technology when needed.
As a Waste Prevention & Environmental Services Intern you will:
- Research environmental justice topics that are important to you.
- Develop service and community projects in individual and team settings.
- Assist with specific projects related to Metros goals including serving on department and agencywide committees communicating on your experience in the program and sharing your youth perspective with various stakeholders.
- Use a variety of computer applications.
- Practice essential job skills including time management professional communication personal organization and networking.
- Practice important jobseeking skills such as resume writing interviewing and developing a professional network.
- Participate in small group and individual educational and development opportunities including workshops tours and job shadows.
- Gain an understanding of the regions efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions conserve natural resources and protect human and environmental health.
- Research how communication experts planners project managers educators lawyers and engineers all play an essential role in managing our garbage and recycling industry.
- Develop an understanding of how other Metro departments and divisions including Parks and Nature the Oregon Zoo the Oregon Convention Center and Portland5 Centers for the Performing Arts contribute to our regions livability.
- Gain an understanding of how local decisionmaking takes place and how your voice can influence regional policies and services.
Attributes for success:
- Passionate about environmental justice issues.
- Enjoys working in a team environment and collaborating.
- Enjoys learning and having a growth mindset.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
At Metro we strive to cultivate diversity advance equity and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metros goal is to hire develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.
Learn more about Metros Diversity Action Plan
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum qualifications:
- Currently a Sophomore or Junior in high school OR
- We will consider any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Required:
- Must be 15 years of age or older
- Ability to work 24 hours per week during the summer and 10 hours per week during the school year as described above
- Ability to work in an office setting
If this statement is true for you then you may be ineligible to apply
If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro or resigned in lieu of termination you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.
Like to have qualifications:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However keep in mind we may consider them when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience including the military or life experience that are relevant for this position.
- Volunteer Experience
- After School Club or Sports Team Experience
COMPENSATION BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATION
This position is eligible for overtime and is nonrepresented. It is classified as an Intern. Classification descriptions are typicallywritten broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete; missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and it will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
- A completed online application
- Responses to supplemental questions
The selection process:We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.
- Initial review of minimum qualifications
- Indepth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
- Consideration of top candidates/interviews
- Testing/assessments (if applicable)
- Reference check
- Background driving records check for finalist candidates (if applicable)
Questions
Talent Acquisition Specialist:Lamarkus Gilliard
Email:Additional Information
Equal employment opportunity
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age marital status familial status gender identity and expression sexual orientation disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law.
Accommodation
Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.
Veterans preference
Under Oregon Law qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans preference for this job please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
Hybrid Telework
Positions designated as hybrid telework meaning you will have the option to work away from the office although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; Metro cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.
Pay equity at Metro
No matter who you are or where you work at Metro you deserve to be paid fairly for the work you do.Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender race age or other protected characteristics.Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.
Online applications
Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application or access to a computer please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.
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Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
