Environmental Justice Project Intern (Summer 2025) - Military Veterans

Description of Work

Are you a college student (or recent college graduate) interested in learning about Environmental Justice? If so, continue reading to learn more about this exciting internship with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS).

This Environmental Justice Project Internship (Summer 2025) is in the Office of Policy & Strategic Planning (OPSP). The primary objective is development of a standard by which DPS policies could be analyzed through an environmental justice lens. The intern may also assist with creation of an environmental justice workgroup and development of environmental justice training for DPS staff. Specific responsibilities include:

• Researching and understanding trends in environmental justice, especially in relation to state government and public safety.
• Working work with OPSP and DPS Divisions to implement DPS' environmental justice objectives.
• Working closely with the Office Policy & Strategic Planning on regular day-to-day activities which include policy management and strategic planning.
• Other program management activities, as assigned.

This internship is expected to start on May 19, 2025, and continue through July 25, 2025. The work schedule is part-time (up to 30 hours per week), Monday -Friday. The rate of pay is $18.00 per hour. We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.

A college transcript is required to determine eligibility. Please attach your unofficial college transcript(s).

The selected intern will be required to provide a letter of recommendation from a professional reference or academic advisor/professor before being hired.

This internship will be posted until February 28, 2025 OR until position is filled.

Interns will be hired through Temporary Solutions which operates as the State's temporary employment agency. As a temporary position there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.

About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS) :

The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live, work and visit through effective law enforcement, juvenile justice programs, emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. State Government Application Resources | NC Office of Human Resources

[Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.]

The following skills are desired but not required:

• Knowledge of environmental justice efforts and ways to implement them
• Knowledge of state government processes
• Knowledge of policy management and development
• Knowledge of strategic planning
• Knowledge of emergency management functions, juvenile justice functions, and/or law enforcement functions.

The most important skill is a desire and enthusiasm to learn about and work with DPS.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

This internship is for applicants currently pursuing a degree related to Environmental Justice, Public Policy or Political Science. Recent graduates (within the last 6 months) will also be considered.

A college transcript is required to determine eligibility. Please attach your unofficial college transcript(s).
Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Transcripts

• Degrees and transcripts must be received from appropriately accredited college or university.
• Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
• International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members .

Military Experience

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
  1. A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
  2. A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Tameka Judd (Program Manager, Talent Engagement and Internships) via phone 919-219-4934/email tameka.judd@ncdps.gov or Laura Holloway (Employment Consultant) at 919-457-1208.

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