The Center for Watershed Protection (the Center) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Fulton, MD and is seeking a recent high school graduate or qualified student from an environmental studies program for a part-time internship position, June through August. The paid internship provides an opportunity for students in an environmental field to gain hands-on project work experience with a national non-profit organization, while further developing their skills and interests in the environmental field.

The Center works to protect, restore, and enhance our streams, rivers, lakes, wetlands, and bays. We create viable solutions and partnerships for responsible land and water management so that every community has clean water and healthy natural resources to sustain diverse life. The organization provides professional services in the areas of stormwater management, watershed services, training, and research. Visit our website to learn more at www.cwp.org.

Internship Description:

The Center is looking for two qualified and motivated students to work as a team conducting field work in Chester County, PA. The successful applicant will be primarily responsible for collecting data on bridges and culverts using ArcGIS Online tools. There may be opportunity to get involved in other project work. The specific schedule, tasks and responsibilities will be discussed on an individual basis based on project needs and the education and skills of the student. The Intern position is a part-time position with compensation ranging from $18-20/hr based on location and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in field data collection for bridges and culverts in Chester County, PA
• Post-processing of field data collected
• Internal coordination on project progress

Qualifications: 

Our minimum qualifications include:

• Recent high school graduate or college student
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly, master new skills and work in a team environment
• Interest and/or experience in one or more of the following: natural resource management, watershed management, water quality, flood control, and environmental compliance and permitting
• Able to carry up to 15lbs, walk up to 5 miles per day, and work in all weather conditions
• Able to sit for an extended period of time at computer
• Driver’s license
• Located close to Chester County, PA

Preferred qualifications include:

• Demonstrated computer skills (e.g., GIS, data management applications)

How to Apply: Interested in applying? Please email a cover letter and a resume to Beth Uhler at beu@cwp.org by April 30, 2025.

The Center for Watershed Protection is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring and employment practices, and committed to providing employees with a positive work environment for all. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

About Center for Watershed Protection, Inc.

The Center for Watershed Protection works to protect, restore, and enhance our streams, rivers, lakes, wetlands, and bays. We create viable solutions and partnerships for responsible land and water management so that every community has clean water and healthy natural resources to sustain diverse life. At the Center for Watershed Protection, we want everybody to know that an integrated watershed approach is the key to ensuring a future of fresh, clean water, healthy natural resources, and ultimately, life on earth. Since 1992, the Center for Watershed Protection has been working in numerous communities to provide the solutions for clean water and healthy natural resources. Our work is based on sound scientific research and guided by a passion for advancing the state-of-the art, ensuring practitioners have the right tools, and promoting the widespread implementation of the most effective watershed management techniques.

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