APR.Intern - EPA Victoria

External opportunities: These internships are not automatically approved for course credit as we do not have a formal agreement with the host organisations. They are considered as self-sourced internships and if they meet the requirements for project content, learning outcomes, safety, etc they can be considered for credit.

If you negotiate a self-sourced internship, email science.internships@anu.edu.au to enquire about credit. Contact us as soon as possible so we can assess the internship requirements, and enrolment in the internship course (eg SCNC 3000) arranged for credit. Include this information in your email: Name of Host organisation; Address of Host organisation; Title of project; Description of project and your duties; Clearances required; Host Supervisor contact details: name, address, email address and phone number; Number of units; Intended session/year of internship eg. Semester 1, 2021.

Internship type

External opportunity

Credit

To be confirmed upon successful application

Level

PhD

Description

PLASTICS AND MICROPLASTICS – SOURCE CONTROL AND MITIGATION

Plastic is a ubiquitous part of modern life, but it has the potential to cause harm to the environment and human health if not effectively regulated.

EPA Victoria has completed preliminary analysis on the risks to the environment and human health from plastics and microplastics.

EPA aims to address key knowledge gaps relating to high-use plastics and microplastics in circulation within Victoria.

SKILLS WISH LIST

If you’re a PhD student and meet some or all the below we want to hear from you. We strongly encourage women, indigenous and disadvantaged candidates to apply:

Proficient in translating technical information into plain language.
Understanding of chemical pollutants and associated risks to the environment and human health.
Demonstrated ability in delivery of collaborative projects with clear and targeted outcomes.
Experience in completing independent research, particularly relating to materials or green chemistry would be desirable.

Full details of the internship project, including duration, eligibility, scholarship and application can be found at:

https://aprintern.org.au/internship/epa-victoria-apr-1600/