About the role#
This internship is part of the Environmental Pathways in Informed Careers (EPIC) Program, specifically for seniors at Trenton Central High School. You will work with the Bureau of Enforcement and Investigation to support environmental remediation compliance across New Jersey. This project helps clean up and reuse contaminated properties by connecting the department with real estate professionals, developers, and local communities. You will help promote properties that are eligible for a pre-purchase Administrative Consent Order, which provides new owners additional time to complete required cleanup work.
What you'll do#
- Plan for conferences and events.
- Prepare presentations and outreach materials.
- Gather property information from department databases and local municipalities.
- Create fact sheets that highlight successful redevelopment projects and their benefits to local communities.
What you'll need#
- You must be a senior at Trenton Central High School.
- Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Experience with database entry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
- You must establish and maintain a principal residence in New Jersey within one year of hire.
- You must possess a valid New Jersey driver's license if the operation of a vehicle is necessary for your duties.
Location & details#
- Location: 401 East State Street, Trenton, New Jersey.
- Term: Winter 2027 (February 8, 2027, to June 11, 2027).
- Schedule: 16 to 20 hours per week, 4 days per week, from 1 PM to 4 PM.
- Modality: This is an on-site position.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship at $19 per hour.
About NJ Department of Environmental Protection
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection manages natural resources and pollution control programs. Founded in 1970, the agency oversees environmental justice, climate resilience, and water monitoring. It is based in Trenton and employs approximately 2,900 people. The department coordinates conservation efforts throughout the state.
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