Position Purpose

Launch your career in water resources engineering! We’re seeking a motivated intern with interests and/or backgrounds in environmental engineering, civil engineering, biological systems engineering, or hydrology. Apply Today!

The Outagamie County Land Conservation Department is seeking an Intern to assist with soil and water conservation projects.

Hours: Daytime 40 hours per week. Seasonal position *Expected start date is Mid-May 2026

*Non-benefit eligible position

Key Responsibilities

Assist with environmental engineering tasks associated with non-point agricultural runoff, including phosphorus removal systems and ag runoff treatment systems.
Provide assistance to field staff surveying, designing, and installing conservation practices.
Provide assistance with mapping, planning, and engineering projects based on academic background.
Other support duties as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

Candidate should be enrolled in a natural resources, engineering, or environmental sciences degree program or recently graduated.
Knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite, Civil3d, and GIS.
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain.

Required or Preferred Skills

Experience operating agricultural equipment like small tractors, mowers, seeders a plus.
Possess excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Experience or ability to operate all-terrain vehicles.
Ability to work independently and maintain regular attendance

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting: https://www.outagamie.org/government/departments-f-m/human-resources/employee-benefits-information

Outagamie County Diversity Statement:

Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

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