CIER-2026-16i – Community Collaborative Initiative Intern

Skip To Job Description Thank you for visiting the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection's Career Page. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications. CIER-2026-16i – Community Collaborative Initiative Intern Trenton, NJ Internship Student (College) Share Open to: General PublicWork Week:  Up to 35 hours per week (5 days per week)Hourly Rate: Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($19-$24 Per Hour)Opening Date:  7/7/2026Closing Date:  7/28/2026Existing Vacancies: 1Internship Length: 9/21/2026- 12/11/2026Program/LocationDepartment of Environmental ProtectionCommunity Investment and Economic Revitalization401 East State StreetTrenton, NJ 08625Scope of EligibilityOpen to applicants who meet the requirements below.Program DescriptionCommunity Investment & Economic Revitalization (CIER) supports sustainable economic growth that restores, preserves, and protects New Jersey’s natural, cultural, and historic resources through coordinating and promoting DEP initiatives at the intersection of environmental, social, and economic improvement. Specific to the PositionThe Community Collaborative Initiative (CCI) is seeking an intern with a background or interest in marketing and graphic design to support the group’s outreach and communications efforts. This individual would assist with designing flyers, handouts, and other promotional materials, while also helping to create content and support updates to the CCI website. This internship is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining creativity with public service and community-focused work.Preferred Skillset: The ideal candidate should be creative, detail-oriented, and interested in using design and communication skills to support community engagement.Preferred Area of Study: Seeking individuals (ideally junior, senior, or graduate student) enrolled at an accredited university/college studying communications, marketing, public policy, environmental policy, institutions or behavior, or a similar degree area. LicenseAppointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.Employee BenefitsTES / Hourly employee benefits include:Earned Sick Time*Enrollment in Defined Contribution Retirement Plan upon meeting minimum earnings threshold*Earn one hour of earned sick leave for every 30 hours you workSAME ApplicantsIf you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please email  [email protected], or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.Veteran's PreferenceTo qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/ResidencyAll persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.Authorization to WorkSelected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all...