Stormwater Inspector Intern

DURATION: An intern is needed from mid-April 2026, (or as soon thereafter as possible) through late August 2026 (with potential to work later into the fall).

HOURS: Initial work hours are flexible but must be full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer months. The expected schedule for this internship is Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm. The intern will be expected to report to the office most days, with flexibility to work from home on occasion as approved.

SALARY: $20.00

APPLICATION: Send resume in PDF format no later than 4:30pm March 16th, 2026 by email to office@rwmwd.org or mail to: Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District 2665 Noel Drive Little Canada, MN 55117

Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District (District) is seeking a full-time Stormwater Inspector Intern to join our staff in preserving and improving water resources and related ecosystems in eastern Ramsey County and western Washington County, Minnesota. As an intern, you will gain hands-on field experience in the natural resources and stormwater management realm, with many learning and networking opportunities.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Primary duty will be to assist District Regulatory Program and Grants Program Staff in the inspections of stormwater best management practices (BMPs), like rain gardens, infiltration basins, and native planting restorations. The intern will be involved in BMP inspections post construction to ensure compliance and enforce District requirements, writing inspection reports, and communicating findings to District Staff as well as BMP owners. Additional Regulatory Program work will include conducting active construction site inspections. Most work activities will be outside field work with some office report writing, record keeping duties, database management, and other duties as needed. The intern will also have opportunities to assist other departments (Natural Resources, Water Quality, Communications, Education) with various field work and office tasks.

NECESSARY SKILLS:

1. Some civil/geological engineering, soils, natural resources management and/or environmental studies experience preferred.
2. Work well independently and take initiative to complete tasks. Be able to communicate effectively. Interact well with homeowners, businesses, churches, schools, and any other BMP owners.
3. Be diligent in the collection of inspection data and record keeping.
4. Interns must have their own vehicle for daily use. Travel within the District is required. Mileage will be reimbursed at the federal rate. District vehicles are available and shared amongst programs.
5. Must be comfortable working in various field conditions. Job requires occasional walking in rough terrain. Job requires inspecting BMPs on private and public property.
6. Job requires working in all weather conditions (cold, rain, and heat). Individual will be responsible for providing most of their own field clothing, rain gear, boots, etc. The District will provide composite-toe boots and PPE as needed.
7. Must have proficiency in the use of Microsoft 365 products, and ability to quickly learn new databases and software.