Seasonal Watershed Sampler (Summer 2026)

Del-Co Water Company Inc • Liberty Township, OH

2d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Del-Co’s Intern program provides each student with valuable real-life hands-on experience, coaching and mentoring in a unique industry. As the Seasonal Watershed Sampler, you will assist in the development of Del-Co’s watershed and source water protection strategies.

Requirements

• Current student from an accredited college/university with an area of focus in water quality, environmental science, chemistry, biology, or related field.
• General understanding of water quality, sampling technique, analytical methods, and watershed dynamics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Must be comfortable working in a boat and wearing a life jacket, with priority on boat safety.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform water quality sampling of Del-Co reservoirs, receiving streams, source water, and watershed.
• Perform water quality analyses for chemical and biological parameters.
• Calibrate and maintain sampling equipment, instrumentation, microscopes, and probes.
• Collect algae samples and may use microscopes to identity, classify, and document samples.
• Enter data, evaluate results, prepare reports, and identify algae species to augment database.
• Research watershed and land use characteristics, point and nonpoint source pollution, and surface and ground water source protection.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed