Public Works Recycling Internship

Position Description

The Department of Public Works – Recycling Program is seeking temporary,
unpaid interns with a minimum of 8 hours/week and a maximum of 12 hours/week. All work hours must be done Monday–Friday during standard business hours (8 am–4:30 pm).

This internship is an extension of academic instruction and provides the opportunity to turn classroom instruction into practical application in the workplace. The intern will draw upon knowledge gained through college coursework to perform the principal assignments and/or projects of this internship.

To gain experience in administering a multi‑faceted recycling program within a county‑government organization. The internship includes exposure to a diverse range of skill sets, including marketing, business development, publications, graphic design, environmental policy and solid waste facility operations.

Activities include:

• Developing recycling outreach pieces for print and web publication using computer software applications.
• Presenting the “Recycle More, Recycle Right” message to school children and adult audiences.
• Conducting site tours of the Millersville Landfill and Resource Recovery Facility.
• Promoting the county’s recycling programs to residential and commercial customers.

• Assist with the development of outreach pieces for print, mail or web publication.
• Assist with preparing an outreach presentation and delivering it to a public audience.
• Learn about the recycling industry and the recycling programs offered by Anne Arundel County.

Describe what the Intern will achieve through this experience: an understanding of public service provided by County Government; communication with citizens regarding the importance of recycling, source reduction, landfill preservation and natural resource protection; a broader perspective of the waste management industry, including the effort required to manage a successful recycling program within a local government framework.

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Students must upload an official or unofficial transcript to demonstrate enrollment status and GPA.

Note:

For continuous postings, qualified applicants are reviewed and referred to the Department every month. Candidates will receive a notification upon referral. Because of the volume of candidates, the Department will only reach out to those it is interested in. Candidates are encouraged to wait 4–6 weeks after notification of referral before reapplying.

College major preference:
Ideal for students studying Marketing, Business Administration, Environmental Studies, Public Administration, Communications, Graphic Design, or related fields.

As specified between Anne Arundel County and the employee.