Hydrogeology Intern

The Water Replenishment District of Southern California (WRD or District) is a California Special District responsible for managing and protecting local groundwater resources for over 4 million residents. As a local government agency WRD ensures that a reliable supply of highquality groundwater is available through the use of stormwater capture and recycled water. WRD is seeking a motivated intern for its Hydrogeology Department. Under supervision the intern will have the opportunity to gain realworld experience collecting data in the field preparing tables/graphs in the office for various compliance related reports and supporting other various projects and programs overseen by the Hydrogeology Department.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Current undergraduate or graduate studies in geology /hydrogeology (or closely related) program. Familiarity with Microsoft products (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint etc. and data analysis and visualization platforms such as ARCGIS are desired but not required. Theincumbent must be flexible to work in multiple settings including in the office and outdoors as assigned bythe District. Assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Prefield planning for field events requiring a high degree of organization and coordination with other hydrogeologists in the Hydrogeology Department.
• Working in the field measuring water levels collecting data from and maintaining pressure transducers collecting groundwater samples etc.
• Postfield data reduction and generating tables / graphs for various compliance related reports prepared by the District.

The Districts Internship Program is designed to provide an opportunity for college students to gain realworld experience while applying the principals and practices obtained through their academic training. Candidates must furnish proof of enrollment and class schedule each semester/quarter to remain in the Districts Internship Program. The applicant must meet the following requirements for consideration:

1. Must be currently enrolled as a junior or senior in an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university or be a recent college graduate (within 6 months) with a degree in or closely related to the field of the internship
2. Successful completion of an Application for Employment available on the Careers page of the WRD web site.
3. Upon acceptance of an offer of internship by the District employment will be contingent upon the following:

• Successful completion of a preemployment physical examination
• Successful completion of a preemployment background check
• Provide proof of legal U.S. residency
• If required to fulfill the duties of the internship position a valid California driver license and current insurance and insurability as required by the Districts insurance provider
• Must provide a copy of current college transcript

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or closed.

To be considered for this opportunity please complete the application process for this position located at INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the screening process.

The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:To be considered for this opportunity please submit 1 a District application available at 2 cover letter highlighting your applicable experience and 3 resume to . INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the screening process which will include a panel interview and possible written exam. Final candidates must be able to prove legal U.S. residency pass a background check a physical and a drug test. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.