Environmental Assistant Intern - NER0047

The State of Missouri is hiring an Environmental Assistant Intern for the Northeast Regional Office in Macon, MO, from May to August 2025. Responsibilities include conducting inspections at Scrap Tire Collection Centers, assisting with environmental compliance, and documenting findings. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, computer skills, and interpersonal skills. The position offers experience in environmental regulations and public interaction, with a pay rate of $17.77 per hour.
We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge, and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values: stewardship, integrity, collaboration, respect and innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its’ citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

This position will be located at the Northeast Regional Office, 1709 Prospect Drive, in Macon. The hours of work will mostly be 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Duration of Assignment: May – August, 2025
• Conduct inspections at Scrap Tire Collection Centers and make observations related to proper management and disposal/recycling
• Conduct Compliance and Assistance Visits for the regulated community and general public, to assist with achieving and maintaining compliance with environmental regulations
• Investigate concerns related to the improper management and disposal of scrap tires
• Follow up on the removal of Scrap Tires and Solid Waste to confirm compliance issues have been corrected
• Create written documentation as appropriate within established department policies, guidance, and timeframes documenting observations made during inspections, investigations, assistance visits and follow ups

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Experience to be Gained:
• Understanding in the area of environmental regulations in Missouri
• Interacting with the public regarding compliance determination
• Practice technical writing skills

Weston Paulik, 660-385-8000 or weston.paulik@dnr.mo.gov

Or

dnr.recruiter@dnr.mo.gov