State of Indiana · 3 weeks ago
Governor's Summer Intern - IDEM - Recycling & Education/Outreach
Indianapolis, IN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$16.24/hr - $17.24/hrThe State of Indiana is one of the largest employers in the state, offering diverse opportunities across various agencies. The Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSI) aims to provide college students with hands-on experience in environmental education and outreach, specifically within the Indiana Department Of Environmental Management (IDEM). Interns will assist in developing recycling education programs and outreach materials while gaining valuable skills and networking opportunities.
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Responsibilities
Assist with the development of outreach materials for general recycling, household hazardous waste, food waste programs and initiatives, and pharmaceutical waste management
Assist with providing outreach at various outreach events, conferences, and workshops
Develop database of statewide municipal curbside recycling programs
Research data to create or update agency recycling fact sheets
Review, manage, and update information in recycling and drop-off locations databases
Provide assistance to schools, non-profits, and local communities with establishing and maintaining recycling education programs
Assist with planning and organizing a teacher training workshop and summer environmental education program for schools, summer camps, and libraries
Assist with assembling outreach presentation kits and materials
Assist with other program projects, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to reasonably research and learn industry best practices
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet searches and basic internet use is required
Ability to compose correspondence on varied topics including letters, e-mails, forms, surveys, etc
Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
Expected to be dependable, capable of making decisions, have the ability to work without close supervision, and be self motivated
Ability to work well in a team-setting
Minimal travel and occasional weekends may be required
Company
State of Indiana
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