Closes: 3/26/2025
Environmental Protection Department Intern
Reports to: Environmental Protection Department Manager
Salary (Grade): $19.28/hr + housing allowance stipend
Status: Reg.; Temp (Non-Exempt)
Location: Environmental Protection Department, Winnebago NE 68071
Job Purpose & Position Overview
The EPD Intern will support the Winnebago Tribe’s Environmental Protection Department as part of the GAP Internship Pilot Project. The intern will gain hands-on experience across multiple programs, including water quality, air quality, solid waste management, and GIS/GPS. Additionally, the intern will gain exposure to land conservation, infrastructure planning and sustainable development efforts. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to tribal environmental capacity building while developing professional skills in a real-world setting.
Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.
Assist in environmental data collection and analysis across various programs.
Assist with research to support environmental initiatives in water and air quality, and solid waste management.
Participate in solid waste management activities, including waste audits, routine pick-up, and program development.
Engage in community outreach and educational activities to promote environmental awareness.
Rotate through each department to gain a holistic understanding of environmental protection work.
Prepare reports and presentations on environmental findings and project outcomes.
Attend training sessions and meetings as directed by the Environmental Protection Department Manager.
Provide administrative support, including organizing and maintaining records, filing documents and digitizing physical files for improved accessibility.
The duties listed are only an illustration of various types of work performed. The omission of the specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the process.
Required Qualifications/Skills:
Current enrollment in a college or university program, preferably in environmental science, biology, natural resources or a related field.
Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management tools
Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to environmental stewardship efforts.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
NA
Training Requirements:
NA
Physical Requirements:
Normal office work which includes the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
Mental Requirements:
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Strong reasoning and analysis skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Language Requirements:
Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.
Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:
All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.
If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.
Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.
As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.