Technical Services Stormwater Intern

• Sampling and monitoring of green stormwater infrastructure and watershed health indicators
• Field inspection of watershed improvement project sites detention/retention ponds drainage issues and stormwater BMP(s)
• Assisting field and office personnel in stream walks wetland walks and site investigations
• Minor boating in lakes near dams to exercise outlet control valves
• Digital compilation and analysis of stormwater information using databases programs and dashboards (Lucity ArcGIS Microsoft PowerBI NOAA and USGS online)
• Review of dam inspection reports for resulting action items
• Prepare maintenance schematics for county-maintained dams using ArcGIS Adobe Acrobat DC or Bluebeam software
• Prepare work orders to execute maintenance actions for county-maintained dams
• Document field inspections in written and photographic forms
• Assist in review of floodplain model deliverables (HEC-RAS SWMM)
• Assisting in reporting efforts to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD)
• Provide support in MS4 permit compliance to county personnel
• Maintain and file departmental records and documents
• Prepare presentations summarizing work and infrastructure status
• Assist other engineering and science personnel as needed in the Technical Services Division

• Part-time position 15-29 hours per week not-to-exceed 1508hours in a 12-month calendar year with at least one year commitment
• Cooperative Intern 40 hours per week not-to-exceed 1508 hours in a 12-month calendar year with at least 2 semester commitment

• High School Diploma
• Valid Drivers License
• Actively enrolled in a Trades Associates Bachelor Master or Doctoral degree program in the field of Agriculture Agriscience Biology Construction Construction Management Chemistry Environmental Studies Environmental Science Engineering Earth Science Forestry General Science Geography Geology Health Science Public Health or Technology with at least one (1) year completed
• Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Initiative-taking and team player
• Has good awareness of surroundings and safety sense
• Can learn quickly and pay attention to detail
• Well organized dependable timely
• Possesses effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to follow directions
• Will represent Gwinnett County with professionalism and courtesy

• Moderate physical activity including stooping kneeling crouching reaching standing walking pushing scaling pulling and the ability to lift 50 pounds

• Workers may occasionally be subject to outside environments with allergens insects and wildlife present

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits a wellness program professional development opportunities career advancement and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities safe neighborhoods plentiful greenspace and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff residents and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits including health coverage a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate too!) onsite employee wellness center longevity pay tuition reimbursement and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individuals total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnetts diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlantas Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest building trust and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship transparency and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging embracing and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology process and experience.

Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process please click the links below:

• Hiring Process
• FAQs

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex) race color national origin (including ancestry) gender (identity and expression) sexual orientation age marital status familial status (including pregnancy) disability military or veteran status religion political affiliation immigration status homeless status or any other category protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application interview or testing process contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings use