Coastal Permitting Intern - WLM-2026-16i at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Trenton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

ESRI Products, ArcPro, ArcGIS Online, GIS Courses, Data Management Software, Microsoft Excel, Detail Oriented, Organized

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Title: Coastal Permitting Intern Posting Number: WLM-2026-16i Closing Date: March 2, 2026 Start Date: June 1, 2026 End Date: August 21, 2026 Existing Vacancies: 2 Location: 501 East State Street, Trenton NJ 08625 Internship Hours Per Week: up to 35 hours per week (5 days per week) Hourly Rate: Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($19-$24 Per Hour) Program: Watershed & Land Management - Division of Land Resource Protection - Bureau of Coastal Permitting Program Description: At the DEP's Watershed and Land Management Program (WLM), our mission is to unite land and water stewardship through a collaborative, watershed-focused approach. Since our inception on June 1, 2020, we have been dedicated to preserving and enhancing New Jersey's water quality and natural resources while safeguarding communities from environmental threats. Project Description: The intern will engage in tasks such as digitizing existing public access locations in coastal municipalities, georeferencing and digitizing dredging projects, and/or mapping permitted nature-based solutions projects. Responsibilities may also include quality assurance and quality control (QAQC) of XY coordinate locations. Additionally, there may be opportunities for fieldwork, allowing interns to conduct site visits. Specific to the Position: Candidates should have some knowledge of ESRI products such as ArcPro and ArcGIS Online, with completion of GIS courses being a plus. Familiarity with data management software, such as Microsoft Excel, is also preferred. Candidates should be detail oriented and organized. Preferred Area of Study: Seeking individuals enrolled at an accredited university/college studying one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering. License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. Employee Benefits TES / Hourly employee benefits include: Earned Sick Time* *Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines. Residency: All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act". Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States. Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service/preference/ SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email [email protected], or call CSC at (609) 292- 4144 and select Option #3. Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision. DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

Responsibilities

The intern will engage in tasks such as digitizing public access locations and mapping permitted nature-based solutions projects. Responsibilities may also include quality assurance and quality control of XY coordinate locations.