This position is part of the EPIC Program (Environmental Pathways in Informed Careers) specifically reserved for Trenton Central High School students.TitleWatershed & Land Management InternPosting NumberWLM-2026-5iClosing DateNovember 4, 2026Start Date of InternshipFebruary 8, 2027End Date of InternshipJune 11, 2027Existing Vacancies1Location501 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08625Scope of EligibilityThis position is only open to students at Trenton Central High School who are seniors.Internship Hours Per Week16-20 hours per week (4 days per week, from 1 PM – 4 PM)Hourly Rate$19 per hourProgramWatershed & Land Management- Office of the AssistantCommissioner for Watershed and Land ManagementProgram DescriptionAt 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 DescriptionThe 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 PositionFamiliarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel,



and PowerPoint.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to organize information, maintain records, and perform basic data entry.Preferred InterestsInterest 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.LicenseAppointee 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.ResidencyAll 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 "Current Jersey First Act".Authorization to WorkSelected 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 - Wlm-2026-5i (Quinte West)
🏢 NJ Department of Environmental Protection
📍 Quinte West