Stormwater Quality Intern
Salary
$20.36 Hourly
Location
Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type
Part-Time
Job Number
26-03839
Department
Department of Water Resources
Opening Date
06/09/2026
Closing Date
7/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Class Summary
Job Description
We are currently recruiting an Engineering/Science intern to assist staff in the Stormwater Compliance Group in the Technical Services Division. This position will primarily support the Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination (IDDE) work group with performing routine inspections for permit compliance, assisting with in-stream stream sample collection, and data entry duties. This position may also assist with Lake Lanier water quality sample collection and laboratory analysis in collaboration with the Environmental Lab. We offer challenging and rewarding career paths in all levels of employment and in a wide array of sciences, construction, and engineering fields.
Essential Duties
Hourly Rate
$20.36/hr
This position is a temporary career development opportunity with a duration of 1-year, subject to potential extension beyond the 1-year mark.
Minimum Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Additional Information
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more
Careers with impact
Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual's total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnett's diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
This position does not have benefits.
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Have you completed at least one year college pursuing a degree in construction management, chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a related field?
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If you answered yes to the above question, please indicate your major and the number of credit hours you have completed towards this degree.
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Do you have experience performing environmental field work such as assessing and documenting environmental conditions?
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If you answered yes to the above question, please describe your experience in detail.
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Do you have experience performing detention pond inspections?
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If you answered yes to the above question, please describe your experience in detail.
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Do you have any experience inspecting structural controls, such as outlet control structure, weir wall, headwall and filter strips etc.?
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If you answered yes to the above question, please describe your experience in detail.
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How do you feel about working outside in inclement weather, in the heat of the summer, and being exposed to insects, reptiles, and wildlife?
Required Question
Employer Gwinnett County
Address 75 Langley Drive
Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046
Phone 770.822.7915
770.822.7923