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This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. Initial application review will begin on November 2, 2026, and interviews will be conducted November 16-20, 2026. The City of Bloomington's Engineering Division is seeking one individual to intern during the 2027 summer as a Water Resources Intern. During the summer internship, the selected individual will assist the City in several tasks, ranging from ecological assessments to inspection of stormwater infrastructure. The participant will gain a wide array of experiences and will have a firsthand look at the diversity of jobs and responsibilities tied to the management of municipal surface water resources. Schedule may vary. Individual will work either 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with the possibility of overtime.

CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS

Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions Embraces the City's shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City's vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly Perform pond ecosystem assessments and water quality sampling Perform field inspection of stormwater infrastructure (ex. storm sewer) and best management practices (ex. rain gardens) Perform erosion control inspections of active, small construction sites Participate in municipal mosquito control treatment of underground structures Communicate with the public Prepare plans and maps with computer-aided drafting and GIS Various office tasks

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of one academic year of a four-year Engineering program (including but not limited to civil engineering, environmental engineering) or one academic year of a Natural Resources Degree (including but not limited to biology, ecology or environmental science) Valid driver's license Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds (lifting maintenance hole lids, moving boats and equipment) Comfortable around traffic, with traffic control devices Comfortable around water and in boats Comfortable working independently and with others

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

This position does not supervise others.

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$2 0.24 Hourly Full-Time Temporary; Non-Exempt; Non-Union; Benefits Ineligible (except for PTO) The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change