U.S. Army Environmental Command (AEC) Environmental Compliance Internship focused on Clean Air and Water Quality
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The U.S. Army Environmental Command (USAEC) is offering a Bachelor's or Master's level internship at the Fort Huachuca facility.
What will I be doing?
As an ORISE participant and under the guidance of a mentor, you will be exposed to a variety of environmental related roles that are designed to enhance your experience and knowledge. As the selected candidate, you will collect, compile, analyze and enter environmental management data for one or more program areas such as Clean Air Act, some Hazardous Waste, various aspects in the Water Quality arena and other areas. You will gain experience in laboratory testing and data compilation/calculations are for State and Federal reporting to determine compliance. Alternative/Cross training in multiple fields is highly likely and you will assist with implementation of Defense Environmental Compliance Program, specifically the Storm Water Program. In addition, you participate in the water data collection and modeling and you will learn sampling, reporting and required regulatory samples analyses techniques. Finally, in compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and the Clean Air Act (CAA), you will be cross-trained in the Hazardous Waste and Disposal Program, and Air Program.
Where will I be located?
Fort Huachuca, Arizona
What is the anticipated start date?
The US Army Environmental Command is ready to make appointments effective immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.
What is the appointment length?
This appointment is a twelve month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
What are the benefits?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAEC. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
- Relocation Allowance
- Training and Travel Allowance
About U.S. Army Environmental Command (USAEC)
The U.S. Army Environmental Command (USAEC) proudly delivers environmental services and solutions in support of the Army's Environmental Program, enabling Army readiness and sustainability. For more than 40 years, USAEC has provided the knowledge, tools, and programs that support ready and resilient Soldiers, installations, and commands by balancing military training with sound environmental practices. Sound natural resources stewardship through ecosystem management is the underlying approach, and elements of the program include forest management, fish and wildlife (nongame and game), threatened and endangered species, habitat and community management, environmental awareness and environmental protection. For more information about the USAEC, please visit https://aec.army.mil/.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
The qualified candidate will be senior-level or recently graduated Bachelor's degree student OR a current or recently graduated Master's degree student . Highly desirable applicants will be those pursuing or will have received a degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Physical Science.
- Post-graduate applicants must have received their degree within the last five years
- U.S. Citizenship and driver's license is required
- Applicants must be able to pass a basic background investigation
The successful applicant(s) will be required to comply with Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) requirements of the hosting facility, including but not limited to, COVID-19 requirements (e.g. facial covering, physical distancing, testing, vaccination).
A complete application consists of:
- Zintellect Profile
- Educational and Employment History
- Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
- Resume (PDF)
- Transcripts/Academic Records - For this opportunity, an unofficial transcript or copy of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institution systems may be submitted. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.
- 2 Recommendations
Submitted documents must have all social security numbers, student identification numbers, and/or dates of birth removed (blanked out, blackened out, made illegible, etc.) prior to uploading into the application system. All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.
If you have questions, send an email to ARMY@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code of this opportunity Army-AEC-2022-0003 in the subject line of the email.
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- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
- Degree: Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree received within the last 60 months or currently pursuing.
- Minimum Overall GPA: 3.00
- Discipline(s):
- Age: Must be 18 years of age
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