Co-Op Developing Young Professionals Program

Maryland Environmental Service

Posted 26 days ago

Internship

Millersville, Maryland

In Person

Smart Summary

This Co-Op program offers students practical work experience to apply academic concepts, develop professional skills, and build networks within the Maryland Environmental Service. Participants will support employers in identifying and training future talent while completing assigned tasks.

This co-op program offers students hands-on experience applying academic knowledge in environmental solutions. It requires full-time enrollment in an accredited college or university, completion of at least one year of coursework, and a minimum GPA of 2.5. Strong academic and professional standards are expected, with opportunities for both full-time summer work and part-time work during semesters.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Academic Application

Professional Development

Networking

Task Completion

Attendance

Timeliness

Driver's License

Job Description

Current MES Employees who are interested in applying for this position must visit the Internal MES Careers Page by going to their Workday Dashboard, clicking on the Career icon and selecting Find Jobs.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.

Job Description:

Maryland Environmental Service (MES) is seeking to fill multiple Co-Op positions at MES Headquarters in Millersville, Maryland and various field sites that MES operates or manages on behalf of diversified clients across the state.

The Co-Op program will provide students with practical work experience to apply concepts and theories learned through their academic program, help students develop professional skills and networks, and support employers in identifying and training future talent.


Program Structure:
--Duration: Can last throughout college enrollment, not to exceed 3 years.
--Work Schedule: Full-time during Summer; Part-time option during semesters.
--Enrollment: Rolling

Estimated Pay Range:

$15.00 - $20.17/hourly

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts 

  • 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match 

  • Paid vacation, personal and sick leave 

  • Eleven paid holidays per year  

  • Tuition assistance 

Minimum Requirements:

Students must be enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university, must have completed at least one year of academic coursework, and have a minimum GPA 2.5 or higher.  

Students are expected to maintain academic and professional standards, including attendance and timeliness, meaningfully complete assigned tasks, and actively engage in program events and activities. 

Students who drive MES vehicles will be required to have a valid driver's license with less than five (5) points. 

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.

Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.

Maryland Environmental Service

MES was established by the General Assembly in 1970 to assist with the preservation, improvement, and management of the quality of air, land, water, and natural resources, and to promote the health and welfare of the citizens of the State. Today, MES employs over 800 teammates and operates more than 1,000 environmental projects across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. As a not-for-profit business unit of the state of Maryland, MES provides multi-disciplinary environmental compliance services to enhance and protect the environment through innovative solutions to the region’s most complex environmental challenges.

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