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East Bay Regional Park District

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Sustainability
  • Oakland
  • 25d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be in school, have a valid CA driver’s license, pass a background check, be studying relevant fields, and have strong skills in MS Office and communication, with GIS knowledge preferred.
  • You will work on various projects, familiarize yourself with policies, prepare reports, analyze data, and gain decision-making insights under departmental guidance for 10-12 weeks.

Requirements

  • Must be in attendance at, or on legitimate leave from, a high school, trade school, college or university.
  • Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
  • Must pass a Level 1 background check.
  • Is currently studying or majoring in geography, geographic information systems, environmental science, teaching and education, or natural history and sustainability programs.
  • Highly proficient using Excel, MS Word, and database applications.
  • Preferably has experience with Esri ArcGIS, other geospatial platforms, or the ability to learn quickly.
  • Possess an excellent work ethic, is proactive, and has a keen attention to detail.
  • Utilizes strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Has ability to coordinate site visits at multiple locations.
  • Ability to investigate and analyze situations.
  • Ability to plan and organize research.
  • Ability to speak and write effectively.
  • Ability to follow instructions.
  • Ability to maintain harmonious working relations with fellow employees and the public.

Responsibilities

  • Under the direction of the department head of a department, the intern is assigned to work on various projects up to forty (40) hours per week, for a short-term period of approximately ten to twelve (10-12) weeks.
  • Interns in the assigned departments would handle projects designed to be a working and learning experience in any of several fields in that department.
  • Work on various projects as assigned by the department head;
  • Become familiar with District policies and practices together with the reasoning behind these procedures;
  • Gain insight into being an effective decision-maker within the context of projected career goals;
  • Develop the ability to initiate or reject situations that are presented for intern’s evaluation;
  • Prepares reports;
  • Compiles and analyzes data pertaining to assigned projects.

FAQs

What are the minimum qualifications required for this internship?

Applicants must be in attendance at, or on legitimate leave from, a high school, trade school, college, or university, and must have a valid California driver's license.

What types of projects will the intern be working on?

The intern will assist with the Memorial Bench Site Surveys project, which involves surveying and collecting data for the Park District's memorial bench records and improving the Memorial Bench program.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the internship provides valuable paid work experience.

How many hours per week will the intern be working?

The intern can anticipate working up to 37.5 hours per week during the internship program.

In what location will the internship take place?

The internship will be based in the Park Operations Division headquartered in Oakland, CA.

What skills are preferred for applicants?

Ideal candidates should be proficient in Excel, MS Word, and have experience with database applications; having knowledge of Esri ArcGIS or other geospatial platforms is also preferred.

Are there any specific physical requirements for the internship?

Yes, candidates must be able to hike or bike in the parks every day and be outdoors for long periods, often in various weather conditions.

Will the intern need to work weekends?

The intern must be flexible to work a variable schedule, which may include weekends, to collect data at different times and days.

Are there any benefits associated with this internship?

No, there are no benefits associated with this internship position.

Does the East Bay Regional Park District provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, the East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and promotes an equitable and inclusive workspace.

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East Bay Regional Park District

Healthy Parks, Healthy People

Government
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1934
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The East Bay Regional Park District is a system of beautiful parklands, open space, and trails in Alameda and Contra Costa counties east of San Francisco. The system comprises 121,000+ acres in 73 parks, including over 1,200 miles of trails. We acquire, manage, and preserve natural and cultural resources for all to enjoy now and into the future. Our parks are ideal for healthful recreation and environmental education. We invite you to enjoy hiking, biking, picnicking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, golfing, boating and nature study in our parks.