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Environmental Services Summer Intern

State of South Carolina
Columbia, SC Intern
POSTED ON 3/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025

Salary : $17.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : Temporary - Full-Time

Job Number : 171940

Agency : Department of Transportation-Headquarters

Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 30 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : AA50

Position Number : : 12506402

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Band : Band 3

Hiring Range - Min. : $17.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $23.00

Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : :

  • You MUST demonstrate in the education and / or work experience sections of the application that you at least meet the minimum qualifications noted for the position.
  • Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he / she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, Room 115, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone : (803) 737-1321.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

  • This posting will be used to fill multiple summer internship positions in Environmental Services.
  • In the area of Environmental Services, the responsibilities includes :

  • General exposure to all environmental programs including NEPA, Permitting, Compliance, Public Involvement and Design Build.
  • Fieldwork : works with staff conducting wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species act surveys, and archaeological investigations.
  • Public Involvement : assists NEPA Coordinators in conducting public meetings, set up meetings, run sign in desk, etc.
  • Prepares a USACE jurisdictional determination.
  • Visits and assists staff in monitoring stream mitigation.
  • Digitizes archaeological surveys using GIS for incorporation into the state's Cultural Resource Information System (Archsite).
  • Pay Rate is between $17.00 - $23.00 / per hour depending on qualifications.

    Minimum and Additional Requirements

    A high school diploma; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

    Applicants must be accepted into or currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college or university program in Environmental Science, Biology or related field.

    Additional Comments

    The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

    Benefits for State Employees

    The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

    Insurance Benefits

    Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

    Retirement Benefits

    State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

    Workplace Benefits

    State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

    Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

    In what field / discipline is your course of study?

    How many years of college do you anticipate having successfully completed by the end of May 2025?

    What class driver's license do you possess?

  • Class A (CDL)
  • Class B (CDL)
  • SC Class C
  • SC Class D
  • Other State Driver's License
  • None
  • How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

  • Job / Career Fair
  • Referred by current SCDOT employee
  • SCDOT presentation
  • Sign or billboard
  • Bumper sticker / magnetic sign
  • Facebook or Twitter post
  • Internship
  • Newspaper Ad
  • Radio Ad
  • Television Ad
  • Trade Journal
  • Referred from Vocational Rehab
  • Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
  • Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
  • Other
  • If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

    If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is his or her name?

    I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

    My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

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