The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Chemistry has summer employment opportunities available for students or recent graduates interested in gaining experience in environmental sciences. Summer employment with the Department of Environmental Quality allows individuals to gain and apply degree-related knowledge and work experience.

Summary of Work

The Chemistry Laboratory provides analytical chemistry data for environmental protection, public health, agricultural and petroleum regulatory programs in the state. This position will assist with the preparation of water, soil/sediment, vegetation, and fish tissue samples using techniques such as liquid/liquid extractions, liquid/solid extractions, solid phase extractions and automated techniques. This position may assist in preparation of animal feed and fertilizer samples using mechanical means. This position may assist in preparation of sampling kits for a variety of department projects. Individuals will be introduced to modern analytical instrumental techniques such as atomic spectroscopy, colorimetry, and gas, liquid, and ion chromatography.

Minimum Qualifications

Individuals must be enrolled in a college or university or have a bachelor’s degree and possess a desire for a career in chemistry or in the environmental sciences with coursework in chemistry, biology, biochemistry or other related physical or natural science.

These positions will be based in Bismarck and all require computer and data management capabilities.

Application Procedures

Applicants must complete the online application for employment and upload a resume, cover letter, and college transcripts (official or unofficial). All application materials must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorships will not be considered.

For more information about the position, contact: Jim Quarnstrom, Director of the Division of Chemistry,701.328.6216. For assistance in the application or interview process, contact Sara Leno, Human Resource Manager, at 701.328.3374. TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 1-800-366-6888.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.