Details
02/22/2019
Environmental Health Internship - 2019
Lorain County Public Health
Description: Lorain County Public Health is looking for college students interested in working to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses within Lorain County and/or conduct water quality activities in the watersheds related to household sewage treatment systems, private water systems, and bathing beaches. A student of Biology or Environmental Health/Science is preferred.
Requirements: Must be enrolled as a college student. Preference may be given to candidates that require an internship for graduation and/or will be seeking college credit. Candidate must have a valid driver’s license and possess current state minimum automobile liability coverage.
FUNCTION
Under the general direction of the Director of Environmental Heath, Emergency Preparedness & Epidemiology, the student will work in the community to prevent disease through environmental health programs.
JOB DUTIES
- Driving Mosquito Control truck, other agency vehicle, or personal vehicle if necessary.
- Treating standing water and other breeding locations for mosquito larvae.
- Identifies and inventories household sewage treatment systems and/or private water systems.
- Collects water samples from various locations, including inland lakes and Lake Erie.
- Some computer work and filing.
- Communicates with community groups and residents regarding mosquito control, household sewage system treatment, private water, and beach water quality.
- Present to the health department staff, at the end of the internship, on work conducted, experiences, and other highlights.
MAJOR WORK CHARACTERISTICS
Ability to: work with others; communicate with the general public; prepare concise and accurate reports; attend work on time, and dress appropriately. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Interested candidates may upload their resume and letter of interest at www.loraincounyhealth.com
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F (Resumes will be accepted until all positions are filled.)
