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 |
|---|---|---|
| TDEC Environmental Manager 4 | Solid Waste Management - Nashville EFO | 11/20/18 |
| Energy Consultant | Office of Energy Programs | 11/30/18 |
| Executive Administrative Assistant 1 | Water Resources | 11/16/18 |
| Regional Director of External Affairs | External Affairs - Johnson City EFO | 11/27/18 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDEC Environmental Scientist 2* | Hazardous Waste - Remedial Action Fund | Jackson EFO | Madison | 11/20/18 |
Middle Tennessee:
| Job Title | Division | Location | County | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Service Supervisor 1 | Tennessee State Parks | Montgomery Bell State Park | Dickson | 11/20/18 |
| Admin Services Assistant 2* | Solid Waste Management | Central Office | Davidson | 11/27/18 |
| Admin Services Assistant 3 | Solid Waste Management | Central Office | Davidson | 11/27/18 |
| Storekeeper 1 | Tennessee State Parks | Montgomery Bell State Park | Dickson | 11/27/18 |
| TDEC Env Consultant 2 | Water Resources - Water-Based Systems/Permitting | Central Office | Davidson | 11/27/18 |
| TDEC Env Protection Spec 1* | Water Resources - Pretreatment Unit | Central Office | Davidson | 11/27/18 |
| TDEC Environmental Scientist 2* | Water Resources - Subsurface Sewage Disposal | Nashville EFO | Rutherford | 11/27/18 |
| TDEC Environmental Scientist 3 | Water Resources - Permitting and Assessment Unit | Nashville EFO | Davidson | 11/27/18 |
East Tennessee:
| Job Title | Division | Location | County | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDEC Environmental Scientist 2* | Water Resources - Mining Unit | Knoxville EFO | Knox | 11/27/18 |
Department of Human Resources - Job Information(Please note some job opportunities are listed under TDEC specific title.)