Jobs in Rhode Island 2026 (Now Hiring) - Smart Auto Apply

Department

Department of Environmental Management

Division

Environmental Services

Salary

$20.25 - $20.25

Job Profile

JC-09340049-99 - Seasonal Water Monitoring Field Intern (Non-Union Executive Branch)

Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

2026 Department of Environmental Management (DEM) SEASONAL PROGRAM

The State annually employs qualified responsible individuals in a variety of positions with the State's Parks, Beaches, Research Programs, and Administrative Offices during a specific limited period. Applicants will be considered for open seasonal positions based on their qualifications, availability, and willingness to travel to the assigned location(s).

Opening Date

February 12, 2026

Closing Date

November 19, 2026

Job Requisition Number

JR101122 SEASONAL WATER MONITORING FIELD INTERN (Evergreen) (Open)

Pay Grade

C40215 H

Classification

Seasonal Water Monitoring Field Intern

Class Definition

Class Definition

The State is accepting online applications for available Seasonal Water Monitoring Field Intern positions.

Illustrative Examples of Work Performed

A Seasonal Water Monitoring Field intern assists in water quality monitoring and ecological field surveys in surface waters by calibrating sampling equipment, obtaining field samples, and delivering samples to the analytical laboratory; making and recording field measurements and observations; assists in field assessment of freshwater wetlands and marina pump out facilities; assist in compiling and entering environmental monitoring data into electronic databases; and other duties as required.

Required Qualifications for Appointment

Eligible candidates must have swimming experience, be at least 18 years of age, and have a high school degree/GED.

Experience with canoeing, kayaking or light watercraft is desirable.

Supplemental Information

Benefits

For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.

Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.