Job Description

Intern

Position Title:                       Intern

Department:                        DPW - Water Pollution Control

Employment Status:           Non-Exempt; Full-Time, Seasonal

Salary:                                    Non-Union, Chapter 7 Ordinance - $15.00 per hour.

Licenses/Certifications:      Massachusetts Driver's License

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee's Department of Public Works / Water Pollution Division is hiring an Intern for May - August 2024 to learn and perform laboratory procedures in the analysis of various unit processes in a water pollution control facility including field work to perform outfall sampling.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE

Perform laboratory procedures
Analysis of various unit processes within the water pollution control facility
May include field work to perform outfall sampling
Responsible for maintaining and using laboratory equipment
Responsible for safe operation of city vehicles in adherence with law and city policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

To be minimally qualified for this position, one must meet the following criteria:

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Valid Massachusetts Driver's License
Should be enrolled in a science-related college program with a desire to enter the environmental field, preference given to Chicopee residents

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans, a Pension Plan, Employee Discounts, and more.

This is a Full-Time, 35 hours per week position, with the schedule of 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

This role is classified as a Seasonal position under the Non-Union, Chapter 7 Ordinance, with a starting pay of $15.00 per hour.

How To Apply

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience and employment goals, apply today by one of the following: - Apply online by selecting ‘Apply Now’ on the City of Chicopee website - Select ‘download application’ and either email it or deliver it along with your resume to resume@chicopeema.gov or the Department of Human Resources, located at Chicopee City Hall, 274 Front Street, 1st Fl. Chicopee, MA. 01013.