Co-Op Developing Young Professionals Program

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 m aintain academic and professional standards, including attendance and t imeliness , m eaningfully complete assigned tasks , and a ctively 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.