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Project Development Intern - WLM-2025-3i
New Jersey Department of Environmental ProtectionUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Oct 2025
💰 $36,000/yr
About the role
This position is part of the EPIC Program (Environmental Pathways in Informed Careers) specifically reserved for Trenton Central High School students.
Title: Project Development Intern
Posting Number: WLM-2025-3i
Closing Date: November 18, 2025
Start Date of Internship: February 9, 2026
End Date of Internship: June 12, 2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Location: 401 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: $18 per hour
Program: Watershed and Land Management – Bureau of Program Development
Program Description: The Bureau of Program Development focuses on supporting environmental program initiatives through technology, policy, and outreach efforts. The bureau works across multiple units to develop and implement projects that advance the DEP’s mission of protecting New Jersey’s natural resources.
Project Description: The intern will be hosted within the bureau’s three units: Information Technology (IT), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Policy, Rules, & Outreach. The intern will gain hands-on experience assisting DEP staff with tasks related to program development, including IT and GIS projects, research, data analysis, policy review, and organizational support.
Specific to the Position:
A typical day may include attending project meetings, supporting staff with IT or GIS tasks, conducting research on policies or legislation, organizing bureau documents, and learning new software programs. Interns will have opportunities to engage with various units and gain practical experience in environmental program development.
Preferred Interests:
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.
Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service/preference/
SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B l
Title: Project Development Intern
Posting Number: WLM-2025-3i
Closing Date: November 18, 2025
Start Date of Internship: February 9, 2026
End Date of Internship: June 12, 2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Location: 401 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: $18 per hour
Program: Watershed and Land Management – Bureau of Program Development
Program Description: The Bureau of Program Development focuses on supporting environmental program initiatives through technology, policy, and outreach efforts. The bureau works across multiple units to develop and implement projects that advance the DEP’s mission of protecting New Jersey’s natural resources.
Project Description: The intern will be hosted within the bureau’s three units: Information Technology (IT), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Policy, Rules, & Outreach. The intern will gain hands-on experience assisting DEP staff with tasks related to program development, including IT and GIS projects, research, data analysis, policy review, and organizational support.
Specific to the Position:
- Participate in IT and GIS projects, learning new software and applications.
- Assist with data collection, entry, and analysis.
- Review rule documents, legislation, and policy materials.
- Conduct research to support bureau initiatives.
- Organize and categorize documents for staff.
- Contribute to special projects as assigned.
A typical day may include attending project meetings, supporting staff with IT or GIS tasks, conducting research on policies or legislation, organizing bureau documents, and learning new software programs. Interns will have opportunities to engage with various units and gain practical experience in environmental program development.
Preferred Interests:
- Environmental science, policy, or related fields
- Technology and GIS applications
- Data analysis and research
- Program development and organizational support
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.
Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service/preference/
SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B l
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