Internship Opportunities with WaterGuards
    Please read the following position description. If you are interested in applying, complete the application at the bottom of the page.

    Title: 
    Summer Internship

    Position: 
    *This is a paid internship- $19-22/hour
    *Must work weekends, some early morning hours and most holidays including Fishing Opener (mid-May), July 4th and Labor Day (optional)
    *Mandatory DNR training (approx. 6 hours, must pass quiz at 80% or above)  
    *Various locations in Minnesota- please state your preference for location below
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    Eligibility:  
    To qualify for an Internship position, applicants must pass a criminal background check and be 18 years old or older. You must be able to stand, walk and bend to inspect watercraft and trailers.
     
    General description:  Watercraft inspections are an effort to reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species  (zebra mussels, milfoil, etc.). Watercraft inspectors educate the public and help to conduct inspections at public water access sites on lakes and rivers from mid-May through early September. This position provides face-to-face public education to increase awareness of the threats posed by aquatic invasive species. Watercraft inspectors inform boaters of the laws regarding aquatic invasive species transportation, and show individuals how to inspect and remove aquatic invasive species from their boating equipment before leaving an access. Inspectors will be trained by the Minnesota DNR.
     
    Duties:   
    Manage the Watercraft Inspectors in your area (answer questions, do inspector assessments, troubleshoot problems)
    Create and manage schedules/timesheets for your inspectors
    Manage daily operations of the program in your area
    Opportunities to do some interviewing and hiring for your area (optional)
    Work as an inspector yourself:
    • Educate the public on invasive species program and issues  
    • Inspect watercraft for invasive species 
    • Conduct a verbal survey & inspection inventory 
    • Document and record watercraft inspection activities 
     There is always an opportunity to create your own job duties according to your major, your interests, etc. Just ask!

    Program structure: 
    The Intern will be assigned to a specific county or group of lakes. This work is outside. Personal transportation to the lakes is required. You must provide your own cell phone and computer or tablet.

    Skills:
    1. Excellent verbal communication skills 
    2. Good interpersonal skills and a commitment to customer service 
    3. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks within a professional setting
    4. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 
    5. Willingness to work odd hours and in adverse weather conditions, including early morning hours, weekends, and holidays
    6. Ability to be on your feet, moving, bending and standing
    7. Ability to be assertive in order to uphold the standard of DNR training  

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    Preferred application deadline is April 10th. 

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