Environmental Health Intern

The Village of Skokie, IL, is currently seeking qualified candidates interested in a limited term 12-week paid internship, assisting our Environmental Health division.  Under the general direction of the Environmental Supervisor, assists the Environmental Health staff in the operation of the vector surveillance and control program, enforces state and local laws and ordinances related to public health. Conducts ongoing surveillance, control, and prevention activities for mosquitoes, ticks, rodents, nuisance birds, and other potential vectors of human disease; Conducts surveillance of animals that provide a reservoir for disease producing organisms; Conducts tasks related to West Nile Virus (WNV) source reduction such as identifying, documenting and/or remediating sources of standing and/or stagnant water; Responds to inquiries, investigate complaints, conduct evaluations, and provide technical consultation to help reduce or eliminate public health hazards and nuisance conditions associated with vectors of human disease; and conduct training activities for Skokie area agencies and organizations to promote integrated pest management of human disease vectors; Identify and document discarded tires, cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots and other unused similar water-holding containers on private and commercial properties; Provides public education regarding the importance of reducing or eliminating sources of mosquito breeding and exposure to mosquitoes; Collects, inputs, and analyzes data; Conducts food service investigations to identify and control non-mosquito vectors such as mice and/rats.  To view the complete job description, please visit the Skokie Jobs page at skokie.org and select the Environmental Health Intern position. 

The hourly pay range for this position is $19.6524 - $21.6722 (DOQ). This is a 12-week, limited-term, grant funded position. Must be 18 years old prior to beginning employment; Must possess a valid driver’s license;  Must be a student actively pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or other science related field; Understand and apply basic entomology and pest control principles; Able to effectively use Microsoft Office Suite software; Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with co-workers and the public; Work will be performed both outdoors and in an office setting; Must follow all safety rules of the Village; Performs other work-related duties, as required. The successful completion of a brief physical examination and drug test is required prior to beginning employment.  The Village of Skokie tests for Cannabis. In keeping with Federal Law, we consider Cannabis to be an illegal drug.  This position is not eligible for any health insurance or retirement benefits. 

To be considered for this position, please submit a properly completed Village of Skokie Application for Employment by Friday, April 17, 2026. Applications are available at Skokie Village Hall or on the Skokie Jobs page at skokie.org. Applications can be completed and submitted online, they can be returned to the Village of Skokie, Attn: Human Resources, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077, or by email to Human.Resources@skokie.org. EOE Employer