Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Philadelphia Water Department is a municipal department of approximately 2500 employees working in all facets to provide water/wastewater treatment services to the City of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties.

The Philadelphia Water Department's Materials Analysis Section (MAS) has the major function of doing chemical testing on items purchased by the City of Philadelphia. MAS also includes a research section where a variety of special projects are performed. Microplastics is one important project.

Job Description

A co-op position in MAS would involve the analysis of microplastics in streams and drinking water. Samples will be collected and processed using established techniques, microscopy, and infrared analysis. Any opportunity will be available to create a research project to study a certain aspect of microplastics. The position will be under the guidance of two senior scientists. The position may also involve assisting other chemists in talking about microplastics at schools. There will be opportunities to work on other projects.

Essential Functions

The employee must show a willingness to learn new things, go in the field to collect samples and work independently in the lab. The position is full-time with most of the work in the office and laboratory. Learn the chemistry and physics of microplastic analysis, including collecting/processing samples and analysis!

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Applicants are required to meet the following minimum requirements:

- Must be enrolled as a full-time student

-  Valid driver’s license preferred, though a personal vehicle is not required.

Qualifications

Majors : Chemical Engineering,  Environmental Science

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a resume.

Salary Range: $18 Undergraduates $20 Grad Students

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that  are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx