Employment & Internships
Internships
TDEC’s Internship program is an excellent opportunity for college students to develop professionally, acquire real-world experiences, establish valuable references, enhance their resume, and earn college credit. TDEC offers a variety of internship opportunities across the state of Tennessee in our three bureaus.
For TDEC Internship requirements and guidelines please visit: TDEC Intern Opportunites page.
Please see current opportunites below:
| Internship Program | Bureau |
|---|---|
| Office of External Affairs | Adminstration |
| SIR Program | Tennessee State Parks |
| Marketing | Tennessee State Parks |
| Event Management | Tennessee State Parks |
| Solid Waste Management: Materials Management Program | Environment |
Employment Opportunites
TDEC is one of the most diverse, dynamic departments in state government. We are seeking employees with the skills, abilities, character and experience to make a positive difference in the quality of life for citizens and communities across Tennessee. We offer health and dental insurance, a comprehensive non-contributory defined benefit pension plan (five-year vesting), 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and other benefits are provided. Compensation is commensurate with education and experience.
Leadership Opportunities (Executive Services)
Listed below are the current Executive Service job posting for the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (in order by closing date). Please click on the job title for the job description and instructions on how to apply:
| Job Title | Division | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Consultant | Office of Energy Programs | 12/30/18 |
| Regional Director of External Affairs | External Affairs - Johnson City EFO | 12/15/18 |
| TDEC Environmental Manager 4 | Underground Storage Tanks - Central Office | 12/15/18 |
Preferred Services Opportunities
Listed below are the current job postings for Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (in order by closing date). Please click on the job title to be directed to the application:
West Tennessee:
| Job Title | Division | Location | County | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Service Asst Mgr 2 | Tennessee State Parks | Hardin | 12/18/18 |
Middle Tennessee:
| Job Title | Division | Location | County | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDEC Env Consultant 3 | Natural Areas | Central Office | Davidson | 12/18/18 |
| Admin Services Assistant 2* | Administration - Office of Space Records | Central Office | Davidson | 12/25/18 |
| Facilities Construction Director | Tennessee State Parks - Facilities Management | Central Office | Davidson | 01/01/19 |
East Tennessee:
| Job Title | Division | Location | County | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Department of Human Resources - Job Information(Please note some job opportunities are listed under TDEC specific title.)