University Internship Groundwater Protection 80–100 %

Start of employment: 1. September 2026 or by arrangement Place of work: Bern Water affects us all! Would you like to engage professionally with this vital element for a year? Then support us with interesting projects in the field of groundwater protection. Bring in your knowledge and commitment and contribute to ensuring that sufficient drinking water of impeccable quality is available to the population in the canton of Bern in the future. Your tasks <br /> • Re-measurement of the cantonal groundwater measuring stations with GPS, updating data sheets • Assistance with sampling, measurement campaigns and inspections of drinking water sources • Carrying out data research, updating and evaluating groundwater data • Preparation of our protection zone files for digitization • Support for the Material Extraction Specialist Unit in setting up a GIS application including digitization • Updating the geological documentation of hydrogeological data in our databases and participating in the review and approval of exploration drillings <br /> Your profile <br /> • Studies in geology / hydrogeology, environmental or natural sciences, geography or comparable courses • Flair for fieldwork, but also archive research, data analysis and preparation, digitization • Independent and careful working method • Secure written expression and skilled handling of MS-Office and GIS products (preferably ArcGIS) • Driver's license category B <br /> We offer you As part of your 12-month internship, you will have the opportunity to work on the selected topics in a practical and up-to-date manner based on current legislation. In addition, there are: • In-depth Arc-GIS training as well as further training opportunities • Contact with geology and engineering offices in the canton of Bern • Insight into the functioning of a cantonal administration and its interfaces • Tailor-made additional offer for university interns with networking lunches, application support and sports opportunities over lunch <br /> Contact Please submit your application online via the job portal of the canton of Bern. Office for Water and Waste (AWA) The AWA is responsible for water supply, wastewater disposal and waste management in the canton of Bern. In this capacity, it coordinates, advises and supports municipalities or associations and performs a variety of control, approval and supervisory functions. https://www.bvd.be.ch/awa