DSR-2025-7i - Spark Science Communications Intern Job at NJ Department of Environmental Protection, Trenton, NJ

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  • NJ Department of Environmental Protection
  • Trenton, NJ

Job Description

Title:  Science Communications Intern
Posting Number: DSR-2025-7i
Closing Date: March 3, 2025
Start Date: June 16, 2025
Existing Vacancies: 1
Location: 428 East State Street, Trenton NJ 08625

 
Internship Hours Per Week: Fully in person up to 35 hours per week

 
Hourly Rate: Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($18-$23 Per Hour)

 
Program:  Division of Science and Research (DSR)
 
Program Description:  The function of the DSR is to help ensure that the Department’s decision-making is based upon the best possible scientific and technical information. The role of this Division is to provide the Department with, and access to, expertise and information that supports its technical and policy needs. In addition, the Division performs research to meet the information and problem-solving needs, identifies and understands emerging issues that require the Department’s attention and advocates/integrates the multi-disciplinary perspective into the Department’s identification, analysis, and resolution of environmental issues.

Project Description:  The summer intern will work closely with DEP scientists on designing, creating, and releasing media conveying the scientific projects conducted in DSR and with their partners. This includes, but is not limited to, the creation of social media posts, graphics supporting documents meant for internal and/or public release, and postmasters for internal DSR monthly seminars. The intern will be able to shadow different scientists on a variety of projects in the field, laboratory, and office to find inspiration for content. The intern will work with the DSR Outreach Team to increase our social media presence.

Specific to the Position: Current undergraduate student or recent graduate with a background in biological and environmental sciences or related fields with a strong interest in science communication. The ability to communicate science with non-technical jargon will be expected. Experience with CANVA, Instagram, or other related platforms is preferred.

Preferred Area of Study:  Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related Science.
 
License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.  

 
Residency: All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act". 

 
Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States. 

 
Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit

 
SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit , email SAME@csc.nj.gov , or call CSC at (609) 292- 4144 and select Option #3.

 
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government.  To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form .  All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer.  This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.  

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Summer work, Summer internship,

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