This position is part of the EPIC Program (Environmental Pathways in Informed Careers) specifically reserved for Trenton Central High School students.

Title

Watershed & Land Management Intern

Posting Number

WLM-2026-5i

Closing Date

November 4, 2026

Start Date of Internship

February 8, 2027

End Date of Internship

June 11, 2027

Existing Vacancies

1

Location

501 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility

This position is only open to students at Trenton Central High School who are seniors.

Internship Hours Per Week

16-20 hours per week (4 days per week, from 1 PM – 4 PM)

Hourly Rate

$19 per hour

Program

Watershed & Land Management- Office of the AssistantCommissioner for Watershed and Land Management

Program Description

At the DEP’s Watershed and Land Management Program (WLM), our mission is to unite land and water stewardship through a collaborative, watershed-focused approach. Since our inception on June 1, 2020, we have been dedicated to preserving and enhancing New Jersey’s water quality and natural resources while safeguarding communities from environmental threats.

Project Description

The Watershed and Land Management (WLM) Program is seeking a high school intern to support its IT Unit with website design and development projects. The intern will gain hands‑on experience in web design and coding while helping create and update content for the WLM website as part of the Department’s community outreach efforts.

Specific to the Position

- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications,



including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organize information, maintain records, and perform basic data entry.

Preferred Interests

- Interest in local government operations and community engagement.
- Interest in gaining a holistic understanding of DEP programs and structure.
- Interest in networking and attending interagency or public meetings.

License

Appointee will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Residency

All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act".

Authorization to Work

Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

📌 Watershed & Land Management Intern-5i (Trenton)
🏢 NJ Department of Environmental Protection
📍 Trenton