The City of Dallas Department of Aviation is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Environmental Intern to join the Dallas Love Field (DAL) team.
Job Title: Environmental Intern - Summer Internship
Location: Department of Aviation, City of Dallas
Pay Rate: $21.00 - $22.05/hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Overview
This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental management within an airport setting. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to meaningful sustainability projects, including DAL's commitment to carbon emissions reduction.
Essential Functions
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Assist in the implementation of sustainability initiatives, such as waste reduction, energy conservation, and water management programs.
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Support the airport's environmental compliance efforts, ensuring DAL meets all regulatory requirements and permit obligations.
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Participate in Voluntary Noise Program efforts, contributing to initiatives aimed at minimizing aircraft noise impact on surrounding communities.
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Attend meetings and training sessions to gain insight into airport environmental management practices.
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Contribute to the development of educational materials and presentations on environmental topics, including hazardous communication, spill response, and spill prevention.
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Collaborate with stakeholders on environmental projects, gaining experience in teamwork and consensus building.
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Participate in community outreach programs, helping enhance the airport's relationship with the local community.
Knowledge and Skills
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Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field.
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Demonstrated passion for environmental issues, with an interest in the aviation industry being a plus.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for data analysis, presentations, and report preparation.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Ability to interact diplomatically with city officials.
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Strong skills in investigation and analysis.
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Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
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Experience or coursework related to sustainability initiatives, environmental compliance, data analysis and reporting, and community engagement is beneficial but not required.
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Licenses: None required.
Minimum Qualifications
Application Process Includes:
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Skills Testing
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Drug Testing
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Background Check