About the On-land Visual Trash Assessment Internship. The Environmental Services Department is currently seeking to fill one (1) part-time unbenefited Undergraduate/ Graduate Student Intern position. The On-land Visual Trash Assessment (OVTA) intern will provide support to the Stormwater Management group and the Adopt-a-Storm Drain team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Tracking and analyzing trash levels for an enhanced street sweeping pilot program:Conduct field visits and surveys along specific street segments across San Jose. Track and coordinate enhanced street sweeping activities. Collect data, submit 311 requests (as appropriate), and update and review dashboards for OVT - As. Perform data analysis, generate reports, and create charts. Assist with departmental memorandums. Outreach and Community Engagement:Provide outreach to and delivery of materials to OVTA-adjacent properties. Promote the Adopt-a-Storm Drain program at planned and seasonal community presentations and events. Administrative Support:Support Adopt-a-Storm Drain program operations such as tool inventory, preparation, and distribution. Handle mailings, phone coverage, and monitoring of the team email inbox and hotline. Perform basic data entry, data comparison, and update contact lists. Assist with sorting, filing, and organizing non-urgent projects. Support in editing and/or creating simple documents, flyers, and other materials as needed. Duration of Assignment. Approximately 1 year, with the possibility to extend. Salary Information. Salary ranges for this classification are:Undergraduate Student Intern: $15.86 - $22.65 hourly. Graduate Student Intern: $20.52 - $30.30 hourly. These salary ranges include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience. Minimum Qualifications Education:Undergraduate: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university in an undergraduate program. Must be enrolled throughout the duration of the internship. Graduate: Completion of a bachelor’s degree and current enrollment in a master’s degree program from an accredited college or university. Must be enrolled throughout the duration of the internship. Experience: None. Enrollment in majors focused on Communications, Environmental Studies, Public Administration, Sociology, and other related programs are preferred, though all interested students are encouraged to apply. Licenses & Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing the operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California. Other Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts. Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Multi-Tasking – Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Reliability – Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills – Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.