WLM-2026-9i Coastal Land Use Enforcement Intern

Title: Coastal Land Use Enforcement Intern Posting Number: WLM-2026-9i Closing Date: November 4, 2026 Start Date: February 8, 2027 End Date: April 30, 2027 Existing Vacancies: 1 Location: 100 North Road, Chester, NJ 07930

Internship Hours Per Week: up to 35 hours per week (5 days per week)

Hourly Rate: Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($19-$24 Per Hour)

Program:Watershed & Land Management - Division of Land Resource Protection - Bureau of Coastal Land Use Enforcement

Program Description:At the DEP's Watershed and Land Management Program (WLM), our mission is to unite land and water stewardship through a collaborative, watershed-focused approach. Since our inception on June 1, 2020, we have been dedicated to preserving and enhancing New Jersey's water quality and natural resources while safeguarding communities from environmental threats.

Project Description:Assists with the review and processing of reported environmental incidents and potential violations. Participates in inspections, investigations, and technical reviews under the direction of experienced staff. Maintains case records and prepares related documentation, correspondence, and reports. Receives training and develops knowledge of applicable environmental regulations, policies, enforcement procedures and does related office work as needed.

Specific to the Position:Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills; ability to learn and apply environmental regulations and procedures; attention to detail; ability to conduct research, document findings, and work effectively as part of a team; and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

Preferred Area of Study:Seeking individuals enrolled at an accredited university/college studying one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering.

License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Employee Benefits

TES / Hourly employee benefits include:

• Earned Sick Time*

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.