The Water Quality Intern supports a range of activities that further The Watershed Center’s mission to advocate for clean water in Grand Traverse Bay and act to protect and preserve its watershed. As part of the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup, she/he/they will operate and maintain TWC’s trash collection equipment (BeBot, PixieDrone, Gutter Bins) and characterize the waste collected. The Water Quality Intern will work with local entities to find locations to operate the equipment, as well as coordinate beach clean-up events and other ways to engage the public and educate them about these efforts. She/he/they will assist TWC staff with additional activities related to data collection/entry, water quality monitoring, and local policy and advocacy work . Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential to effectively interact with the public and supporters of TWC.
The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay
