Intern, Harbor Sampling

Responsibilities:

• Assistance with collection and preserving samples for microbiology and chemistry analysis
• Assists with other chemical, physical or biological laboratory testing.
• Performs harbor, river and bay sampling from a boat or van and related duties in support of the MWRA's monitoring programs.
• Enters data into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Performs related laboratory duties, calibrating field instruments and preparing materials for field sampling. (e.g. buffers/quality control standards).
• Records field and laboratory data on paper and in data logger.
• Enters data into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Reports to a Laboratory Supervisor II

The preferred candidate will be at least a junior in a science or environmental major. The candidate should have some chemistry laboratory skills and have a general understanding of laboratory procedures.

Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform careful laboratory manipulations.
• Good communication skills.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the measurement of in-situ water quality parameters (temperature, pH, total and free chlorine)
• Adhere to standard laboratory practices and safety requirements.
• Perform field water quality testing, as required.
• Assist in the collection of other water quality samples, as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Other Information:

• Work Location: MWRA, Deer Island, 190 Tafts Avenue, Winthrop, MA 02152
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 3:00PM.
• Internship Period: May - September

How to Apply:

Apply online at: https://mwra.applicantpro.com/jobs/

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.