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Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Intern - Undergraduate:- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university undergraduate degree program, with some advanced coursework related to the internship program.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Intern -Graduate:- Enrolled in an accredited college or university graduate degree program, with some advanced coursework related to the internship program.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Intern - Post Graduate:- Enrolled in an accredited college or university post-graduate degree program, with some advanced coursework related to the internship program.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Preferred Qualifications Pay Range
The starting hourly rate for this internship is $21.63, with compensation based on level of education and experience.
Division Name Austin Water Utility EEO Category Para-Prof Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Intern - Undergraduate
Intern - Graduate
Intern Post-Graduate
Desired Skills and Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Intern - Undergraduate
Intern - Graduate
Intern Post-Graduate
Regular/Temporary Temporary EEO/AA Statement
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Posting Detail Information
How many vacant positions? 2 Posting Title Water Conservation Internship (Undergraduate, Graduate, Post-Graduate) Type of Posting External Job Search Category Internships Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation Full/Part Time Part-Time Department Austin Water Utility Location 625 E. 10th Street Austin, Texas 78701 About Department & Key Responsibilities
Austin Water is seeking two interns to join our Water Conservation team for an eight-month internship, where they will assist with water-use benchmarking projects and other technical tasks. This position provides a valuable opportunity to develop skills in water conservation and data analysis while working alongside a dedicated team in a dynamic and impactful field.
These roles will be onsite at our offices in downtown Austin. We welcome applicants from associates, undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate career levels. Candidates should be able to commit to working 20-40 hours per week during the internship period. Ideal candidates will have an academic background in Geography, Geospatial Science, or Geographic Information Systems ( GIS ). Additional fields of study such as Urban Planning, Water Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, and related disciplines will also be considered.
The mission of the Water Conservation Division is to conserve water through education, incentives, research, and the development and enforcement of policies to ensure a sustainable and equitable water future for the Austin community. The intern will primarily assist in data development but will also assist in researching and implementing water-saving programs, collecting and analyzing data, and contributing to the development of policies and initiatives aimed at promoting water conservation throughout the city.
The intern will contribute to the success of three key initiatives:
Commercial Customer Classification- Research and categorize commercial properties using NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) codes.
- Update and maintain classification records to ensure they reflect current land use and business types.
Data Collection and Research- Conduct online research to collect property-specific details, such as the number of apartment units in multifamily buildings or the number of suites in mixed-use developments.
- Cross-reference multiple data sources to verify and improve the accuracy of the collected information.
- Identify and map irrigated areas on both commercial and residential properties.
- Use aerial imagery, site plans, and other resources to estimate irrigation zones.
- Analyze and map impervious surfaces (e.g., driveways, parking lots) on properties within the Austin Water service area using GIS software and aerial imagery.
We are seeking Undergraduate, Graduate and Post-Grad students with majors in Geography, Planning, Environmental or a similar field.Students enrolled in Associates programs will be considered.
The starting hourly rate for this internship is $21.63, with compensation based on level of education and experience.
Preferred Fields of Study
Geography, Geospatial Science, Geographic Information Systems, Urban Planning, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management and related fields of study.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Intern - Undergraduate position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent. Enrolled in an accredited college or university undergraduate degree program, with some advanced coursework related to the internship program. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?- Yes
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Austin
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