Intern, Water Quality Sampling

Location

Southborough, MA | United States

Job description

Intern, Water Quality Sampling, Environmental Quality-Water

The MWRA Environmental Quality Department is seeking an intern to perform sample collection and analysis associated with sampling at various MWRA treatment, transmission, storage tank, and distribution facilities. Works under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor.

Responsibilities :

• Test for various field parameters including temperature, pH, free and total chlorine residual
• Daily laboratory testing of alkalinity, monochloramine and free ammonia, UV254, fluoride
• Assist with the quarterly Stage II Disinfection Byproducts Rule and Optimal Water Quality Parameters sampling programs.
• Assistance with algae collection and monitoring in a reservoir environment. Conduct algae species identification and enumeration on surface water samples (using a FlowCam).
• Assist with standby reservoir sampling collections, sonde profiling within the reservoir water column, and testing for cyanotoxins.
• Special project sampling and testing associated with new or rehabilitated pipelines, storage tanks, or water quality complaints.
• Adhere to standard laboratory practices, safety requirements, SOPs, and chain of custody documentation.
• Additional duties may include sample collection, laboratory analysis, solution preparation (e.g. buffers/quality control standards).

Qualifications:

• At least three years of college in an accredited program in biology, limnology, microbiology, or chemistry. Experience in laboratory skills and coursework in limnology preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• The job requires frequently lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds. Items include sampling coolers, sondes and depth samplers.
• The job includes work on or near an open reservoir in all weather conditions, and the ability to swim is desirable but not required.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, and Access.

Other Information:

• Work Location: MWRA, Western Operations, 268 Boston Road, Southborough, MA.
• Work Schedule: Monday Friday 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• This is a three- to six-month internship (flexible).

How to Apply:

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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, genetics, or veteran status.

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Salary

$19 - $22 per hour