You must be enrolled in a physical or life sciences program, have PC literacy, good organization, a CA driver's license, and be able to work outdoors in various conditions. Experience in lab tasks and safety knowledge preferred.

You will monitor lab/pilot systems, acquire soil & water samples, analyze data, maintain equipment, and ensure accurate data entry for the R&D Field Research Laboratory internship at Orange County Water District.

Sustainability

United States

Anaheim

Orange County's (Calif.) Groundwater Authority Since 1933. The Orange County Water District (OCWD) manages the large groundwater basin underlying north and central Orange County that provides 85 percent of the water for 2.5 million citizens. OCWD is committed to enhancing Orange County’s groundwater quality and reliability in an environmentally friendly manner. With nearly 90 years of prudent planning and careful investment, OCWD has doubled the sustainable yield of the groundwater basin. OCWD is a special district established by the California State Legislature in 1933 and governed by a 10-member board of directors. Separate from the County of Orange, OCWD supplies water to residents in the cities of Anaheim, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Newport Beach, Orange, Placentia, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster and Yorba Linda.

Energy

Orange County Water District

Orange County's groundwater authority since 1933

<ul><li>Under supervision, the intern will assist scientists with projects at the Field Research Laboratory (FRL) located in&nbsp;Anaheim&nbsp;near OCWD’s groundwater recharge operations and Field Headquarters (FHQ). Managed aquifer recharge is central component of OCWD’s mission as a groundwater basin manager. OCWD’s groundwater recharge supply portfolio is comprised of&nbsp;Santa Ana&nbsp;River water (both base flow and storm flow), imported surface water, and advanced treated recycled water, which are applied to over 20 individual recharge basins that cover in excess of 1,200 acres. At FRL, R&amp;D scientists and interns carry out applied research to maximize and optimize recharge, including activities such as sediment and water quality sampling and experimental studies evaluating monitoring and treatment technologies, instrumentation testing, and collaboration with universities and industry experts.</li></ul>Examples of Duties<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Laboratory/ pilot system monitoring, soil and water sample acquisition, laboratory analyses, data collection, data entry, field/ laboratory equipment maintenance.&nbsp;</li></ul>Typical QualificationsRequired:<ul><li>Enrollment in an accredited bachelor’s or graduate degree program with emphasis in physical or life sciences, environmental studies, and/or related fields.</li><li>PC computer literacy (including experience with Microsoft&nbsp;Office&nbsp;suite).</li><li>Good organizational skills and ability to follow directions.</li><li>Possession of a valid California Class “C” Driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.</li><li>Ability to work outdoors on both land and infrequently, water.</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Experience performing basic laboratory tasks and field work under a variety of weather conditions and knowledge of basic safety procedures.</li></ul>

Currently Studying

Bachelors

Under supervision, the intern will assist scientists with projects at the Field Research Laboratory (FRL) located in Anaheim near OCWD’s groundwater recharge operations and Field Headquarters (FHQ). Managed aquifer recharge is central component of OCWD’s mission as a groundwater basin manager. OCWD’s groundwater recharge supply portfolio is comprised of Santa Ana River water (both base flow and storm flow), imported surface water, and advanced treated recycled water, which are applied to over 20 individual recharge basins that cover in excess of 1,200 acres. At FRL, R&D scientists and interns carry out applied research to maximize and optimize recharge, including activities such as sediment and water quality sampling and experimental studies evaluating monitoring and treatment technologies, instrumentation testing, and collaboration with universities and industry experts.Examples of DutiesLaboratory/ pilot system monitoring, soil and water sample acquisition, laboratory analyses, data collection, data entry, field/ laboratory equipment maintenance. Typical QualificationsRequired:Enrollment in an accredited bachelor’s or graduate degree program with emphasis in physical or life sciences, environmental studies, and/or related fields.PC computer literacy (including experience with Microsoft Office suite).Good organizational skills and ability to follow directions.Possession of a valid California Class “C” Driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.Ability to work outdoors on both land and infrequently, water.Preferred:Experience performing basic laboratory tasks and field work under a variety of weather conditions and knowledge of basic safety procedures.

Research & Development (R&D) Field Research Laboratory Intern

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