Water Resources Intern (Summer 2026)

Water Resources Intern- (Part-time)

Deadline to Apply: Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:30pm

Interviews: January 26-30, 2026

Expected Start Date: May 2026 (flexible depending on school schedule)

Details

• Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal Status (PTS), non-exempt
• Starts at $18.00/hour
• Reports to Water Resources Coordinator
• Located at Eden Prairie City Center (8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, MN)
• Position begins in May with 2-5 days/week. Beginning in June, position will be 30-40 hours/week for the summer season. Expected duration is 12 weeks.
• Hours are typically Monday- Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm. Infrequent evening and/or weekend hours may be required.

Responsibilities

The Water Resources Intern’s role is to support Engineering in the management of water resources in the City of Eden Prairie through inspections, monitoring, and education. The Intern is primarily responsible for the following:

• Evaluate the condition of the City’s stormwater system by conducting inspections of stormwater system infrastructure (stormwater ponds, wetlands, creeks, bioretention basins, inlets, and outlets), make recommendations where maintenance is needed, and collect data in Survey 1-2-3 and integrate into the City’s GIS.
• Assist in updating the City’s stormwater system inventory by mapping water bodies and stormwater system infrastructure; reviewing construction profiles, as-built surveys, and grading plans; and gathering and compiling additional data in support of the City’s NPDES Phase II MS4 permit.
• Assist with construction site inspections to monitor progress, document findings, and ensure conformance to engineering plans and construction standards.
• Assist in maintaining the City's online database, PermiTrack, by entering data collected during construction inspections and documenting other NPDES Permit activities.
• Assist in evaluations of conservation easement areas, wetland buffers, shoreland buffers, and wetland mitigation sites for compliance with City policies and ordinances.
• Assist in administration and implementation of the City’s Vegetation Management Plan program and the Landscaping for Water Quality rebate program; assist in planting and/or maintaining biofiltration areas.
• Assist in the design and implementation of public education initiatives and public relations materials regarding water resources in support of the City’s water resources education plan.
• Assist consulting engineer with stormwater infrastructure evaluation by conducting field assessments and documenting and mapping water bodies and stormwater system infrastructure.

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

Requirements

• High school degree required; must be pursuing or have recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field such as engineering, biology, water resources, or environmental science.
• Previous internship or work experience required. Must have experience working independently with minimal supervision in a busy environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Experience with ArcGIS. A valid Minnesota Class D Driver’s License is required for this position.
• Must be able to work outside in various weather conditions, negotiate through rough terrain, and repeatedly lift sampling equipment and supplies (approximately 20 to 30 lbs.). May include time in waders or in a boat.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position include professional reference checks, background check, drivers license check, work verification.

Skills

• Able to convey a message to get a point across. Communicates in a clear and concise manner. Able to write clearly and succinctly. Tailors message to a variety of communication settings and styles.
• Ability to perform and/or coordinate several activities, responsibilities, and tasks simultaneously in a polite and professional manner. Prioritizes what needs to get done. Keeps things neat and orderly. Utilizes tools for efficiency. Factors several considerations when planning. Establishes methods to ensure routine tasks are completed.
• Ability to tackle a problem by using logical, systematic, sequential approach. Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternatives. Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information. Identifies a set of features, parameters or considerations to take into account in analyzing a situation or making a decision.

City of Eden Prairie Values

We are a service organization. We take pride in what we do. We cultivate a supportive, encouraging and productive culture with a strong customer focus. We promote wellness and plan work/life balance into our goals. We value differences and foster inclusion. We achieve success by exhibiting our core values: collaboration, innovation, integrity, performance and relationships.

Application Process

To apply, click on "apply now" at the top of the page or visit www.edenprairieMN.gov and click on the Jobs tab.

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