Summer Internship in Environmental Health & Safety Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/scvwd/jobs/newprint/4817819) Apply  Summer Internship in Environmental Health & Safety Salary $26.31 Hourly Location CA, CA Job Type Internship/Temporary Worker Job Number 00248-SI Division Administrative Services Summer Internship Program Opening Date 02/03/2025 Closing Date 2/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions Description SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY! Summer Internship in Environmental Health & Safety Location: Valley Water Headquarters (5750 Almaden Expy. San Jose, CA) 1 Internship Available! OVERVIEW D o you want to make a difference in your community while also gaining priceless career experience? Do you want to expand your network and build your resume while learning about the water industry? If so, a summer internship with Valley Water may be the best choice for you! Come apply your talents to help secure safe and clean water for a healthy environment. Our Commitment: Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to Valley Water. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship. About Valley Water: Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community. About Next Gen Career Pathway’s Summer Internships: Our popular internship program provides excellent opportunities to explore your chosen career path, develop industry specific skills and knowledge, and increase your professional network! As part of the Valley Water community, you get an insider’s perspective on the way we work and the impact we are able to make. The Summer 2025 Internship Program will provide interns with training and experience leveraging collaboration tools while either working on-site or hybrid. Summer Interns will be given one-on-one mentorship, professional development training and an hourly pay of $26.31. At the end of the program interns are to prepare and present a Capstone presentation to share their experience and achievements. About The Environmental Health & Safety Unit: The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Unit at Valley Water plays a vital role in ensuring the organization’s compliance with environmental, occupational health, and safety regulations. Our mission is to provide technical expertise and collaborate with management, supervisors, and employees to implement programs and initiatives that safeguard staff, protect the environment, and preserve property. The Unit focuses on managing a broad range of programs related to occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, fire protection, hazardous materials management, and biological safety. INTERNSHIP LOCATION STATUS: This internship will be reporting in-person. This position is not eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. The intern is expected to report to the office for the duration of the internship. Required License or Certificate Required License or Certificate: Possession of valid California’s Driver License. WE LOOK FOR INTERNS WHO ARE: + Students pursuing a degree in business administration, industrial safety, construction technology, environmental sciences, health sciences, engineering, physics, chemistry, occupational health and safety or a related field. + Eager to learn and apply environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) standards, regulations, and procedures to real-world scenarios. + Familiar with or willing to learn the processes, equipment, and environmental conditions involved in construction and facility maintenance work, including accident prevention measures and the use of protective devices. + Organized and detail-oriented, with experience or interest in recordkeeping, database management, and ordering materials and supplies. + Effective communicators and capable of drafting meeting agendas, taking meeting minutes, and preparing reports. + Customer-service focused, capable of working collaboratively with the public, vendors, contractors, and Valley Water staff. + Ready to develop and deliver safety training materials and assist with scheduling, coordinating, and hosting safety training sessions for employees. + Comfortable using specialized software for presentations and reports, and proficient in standard office procedures, methods, and equipment. + Proactive problem-solvers who can research, compile, and summarize data to support EH&S initiatives. + Excited to work in a dynamic environment, operate safety equipment, and participate in inspections and audits to help promote a safe and compliant workplace. AS AN INTERN YOU WILL: + Participate in biweekly learning sessions held every other Friday alongside fellow interns, focusing on elevating career readiness and cultivating professional development skills. + Provide technical support for the administration of Valley Water's environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) programs. + Participate in staff and committee meetings, attend workshops and training sessions, and contribute to the preparation of meeting agendas and minutes. + Assist with tracking and managing inspection forms, corrective action plans, and supporting documentation to ensure timely resolution of unsatisfactory conditions and compliance with District and regulatory requirements. + Assist with developing, tracking, and managing Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) forms, and supporting documentation to ensure potential hazards are correctly identified. + Perform facility EH&S compliance inspections, manage inspection metrics, and ensure that records comply with retention schedules and documentation standards. + Assist with conducting technical training sessions on EH&S topics and providing guidance on the proper use of safety equipment for Valley Water staff. + Research and write technical informational articles for distribution across Valley Water. Selection Process ELIGIBILITY: The Summer Internship Program is open to undergraduate & graduate students who are third year and above enrolled in a college/university for Fall 2025. + Pass a pre-employment screening process, including a background check. + Proof of enrollment will be required prior to start of assignment. + Can work full-time (40 hours/week) during the Summer Internship Program + May 27 – August 15, 2025 (Semester Students) + June 16 – September 5, 2025 (Quarter Students) APPLICATION PROCESS: We will be accepting applications from February 3rd through February 17, 2025. You will need to provide the following with the online application: + Fully completed online Employment Application with all required questions answered. We are very interested in learning about your previous work experience, school projects, volunteer events and/or extracurricular activities. + Complete the supplemental questions in the job application with detail and honesty. These questions will help us get to know you better. Please tailor your answer to the specific internship you are applying for. Do not indicate "see resume" as a response to any of the questions. + Resumes and cover letters areoptionalbut are helpful and appreciated by the Managers reviewing the applications. + Interns who have participated in the Valley Water's Summer Internship Program in past years arenot eligibleto apply. Students Interns or Temporary Workers are not eligible for District Benefits. 01 Have you participated in the Valley Water's Summer Internship Program in past years? Please note that due to the high demand of these opportunities, only new participants are eligible to apply. + Yes + No 02 The Summer Internship Program will be available during the period May 27th, 2025, through September 5th, 2025, Please specify which internship assignment you will be available to work: + May 27 – August 15, 2025 (Semester Students) + June 16 – September 5, 2025 (Quarter Students) 03 Please list any dates that you will not be available during the selected assignment period. 04 Are you able to work full-time (40 hours per week) during the Summer Internship period? + Yes + No 05 What are your preferred pronouns? ex: She/Her/Hers, He/Him/His, They/Them/Theirs 06 What college/university will you be enrolled in for Fall 2025? 07 What is your student status listed on your transcript as of Fall 2025? + First year + Second year + Third year + Fourth year + Fifth year + + Master's Student + Doctorate Student + Graduated 08 What is your expected graduation date? 09 Please specify the degree you are pursuing: + Associate's + Bachelor's + Master's + Doctorate 10 If you have applied to multiple summer internship positions, please list your top three preferred roles in order of interest with the corresponding job number (listed on each job posting). Example: 1. 00242-SI Groundwater Management – Water Resources/Engineering 2. 00248-SI Environmental Health & Safety 3. 00250-SI Office of Communications – Graphic Services 11 What is your major/field of study: + Industrial Safety + Construction Technology + Environmental Sciences + Health Sciences + Engineering + Physics + Chemistry + Occupational Health & Safety + Other 12 If "Other" was selected in the previous question, please indicate your major/field of study. 13 How did you hear about the Summer Internship Program (select all that apply)? + Baywork.org + Calopps.org + Career Fair + College/University + Community Organization + CUWA and CSU-WATER Webinar on 2.5.2025 + Email + Flyer + Friend or Relative + Governmentjobs.com + Handshake + Social Media (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) + Valley Water Employee + Valley Water Website + Other 14 If you responded Career Fair, College/University, Community Organization, or Other to Question 13, please specify the name. If this does not apply to you, please enter "N/A". 15 If you responded Email or Valley Water Employee to Question 13, please specify who informed you. If this does not apply to you, please enter "N/A". 16 This position requires the intern to travel to various sites to fulfill their job responsibilities. Do you possess a valid California Driver's License? NOTE: Valley Water does offer fleet vehicles, so you do not have to drive your personal vehicle. + Yes, I have a valid California Driver's License. + No, I do NOT have a valid California Driver's License. 17 Please tell us about yourself and why you want to work at Valley Water. Include relevant coursework, career goals, what you know about our agency, and how this internship fits your career plans. (Tailor your answer to the specific internship you are applying to). 18 Please describe a school project, extracurricular activity, work experience, community involvement, or hobby that has helped you develop the skills needed to succeed in this Environmental Health & Safety Internship. What was your specific role in this activity or project? What skills and abilities did you contribute to ensure its success? Please provide specific examples of how you contributed and the overall outcome of the project or activity. (Tailor your answer to the specific internship you are applying to). 19 Please describe an experience where you had to manage multiple tasks or responsibilities. How did you prioritize them, and what was the outcome? If you used any software or tools to help manage the tasks, please list them. 20 Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are core values at Valley Water. What does DEI mean to you and how will you demonstrate your commitment to DEI in this role? 21 I acknowledge that all Valley Water Employees (including temps and interns) must live within 150 miles of Valley Water Headquarters in San Jose, California by the start date. Valley Water does not cover relocation costs. + Yes + No Required Question Employer Santa Clara Valley Water District (CA) Address 5750 Almaden Expressway San Jose, California, 95118 Phone 1-408-630-2260 Website https://www.valleywater.org Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email