DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Address:

1110 W WASHINGTON ST

PHOENIX, AZ 85007 

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

Salary:  $16.50/HR

Grade: 04

Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

We are seeking a talented and engaged intern who wants to develop beyond the classroom. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing annual air emission inventory reports submitted to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality by industrial facilities holding air quality permits.

This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Intern Project/ Outcome Expected from the Intern:

• Checking emissions calculations for accuracy
• Reviewing supporting information (published emission factors or test data) to ensure correct emission factors are used
• Evaluating assumptions and estimation methodology
• Communicating with the inventory preparer if any additional information is needed
• Assisting with air quality modeling or other air quality technical projects.

You will bring the following to the internship:

• Ability to research and review scientific reports and analyze data,
• Math skills in statistics, algebra, and calculus,
• Strong customer service and communication skills,
• Educational background in environmental science or engineering,
• Experience with technical writing and problem solving,
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and
• Ability to work in a team environment.

You will gain the following from this internship:

• Real-world problem solving,
• Collaborative work in with small teams,
• Introduction to air quality pollution control and regulations,
• Quality assurance/quality control systems and procedures, and
• Introduction to air quality modeling.

Compensation is $16.50 per hour for undergraduates and between $20-22 per hour for graduate students.

It is up to the discretion of the respective school to provide academic credit.
The internship will begin in Summer 2024. Hours can be adjusted to accommodate class schedules, up to 40 hours per week.

• Intern candidate must be in their Junior or Senior year of a BS/BA or working towards a Masters/PhD program.
• Selective preference will be given to students in atmospheric chemistry or science, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, meteorology, environmental science, mathematics, or environmental policy
• Candidate must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.
• Candidate must have the right to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.
• Candidate must be at least 18 years old.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HPO@azdeq.gov.

Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.