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NJ Department of Environmental Protection · 1 day ago

WRM-2026-4i Water Systems Engineering Intern (Green Fellow)

Trenton, NJ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Water Systems Engineering Intern to provide hands-on experience in drinking water management. The intern will work closely with professional engineers to evaluate public water systems for compliance with State and Federal regulations.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

Review and approval of Engineering Plans and Specifications to ensure designs are in compliance with State and Federal Rules and Regulations

Determine finished water storage compliance per State rule requirements

Make recommendations related to public water system treatment and infrastructure

Review sources and treatment plant capacity and existing demands, as well as update the deficit surplus evaluation

Review and evaluation of water systems to ensure there is sufficient capacity to maintain supply to the public in an emergency

Assistance on special projects within the Bureau as assigned

Qualification

Environmental EngineeringCivil EngineeringRegulatory ComplianceMechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringData AnalysisPublic Health Protection

Required

Internship Hours Per Week: 28 – 35 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $30

Preferred Area of Study: Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or other Engineering fields

License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position

Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations

Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs

SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above