Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Application
We are pleased you have elected to apply for a Mickey Leland Environmental Internship.
To find out more about the Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program, including eligibility criteria and timelines, click here!
Please note that, in addition to the online application form, the following documents are required for a complete application:
  • A copy of your current official or unofficial university transcript
  • An academic or professional letter of recommendation
  • Verification of spring semester enrollment (required only if transcript does not list courses in progress during spring semester)
These supporting documents may be emailed to: internship@tceq.texas.gov
OR mailed to:
Mickey Leland Internship Program, MC 116
Human Resources and Staff Development Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
PO Box 13087
Austin, TX 78711-3087

Applicant Information (* required fields)
*First Name
 *Last Name
 *Phone no.(999-999-9999)
  
*E-mail Address
 Alternate Phone no.
  
*Emergency Contact
 *Emergency Contact Phone no.
*Current Address
 *City/State
 *Zip
Permanent Address
 City/State
 Zip
*Current University
 * Classification
*Major
 *Minor
 *GPA
*Do you have any relatives who work for the TCEQ? If yes, list name(s):
*Location Preference (Must list as least one preference)
1st:
 2nd:
 3rd:
Willing to work anywhere in Texas Willing and equipped to work remotely

Education
College or University
(Name and Location)
 Dates Attended
From:  
   To:    		Semester
Hours Completed
Graduated? Yes   No      Degree Rec'd       Major: 

College or University
(Name and Location)
 Dates Attended
From:  
   To:     		Semester
Hours Completed
Graduated? Yes   No      Degree Rec'd       Major: 

College or University
(Name and Location)
 Dates Attended
From:  
   To:    		Semester
Hours Completed
Graduated? Yes   No      Degree Rec'd       Major: 

Current Licenses/Certifications/Registrations(indicate types and dates received):

Skills - Very Important! Please list specific skills gained through academic and/or work experience
and areas of study that might be helpful in matching you to an intern assignment:

*Relevant Courses
 Technical Skills

Computer Software Skills


Administrative Skills


Other Skills


Test/Lab Equipment Used

Languages spoken other than English. Please list proficiency level: Fair, Good, Excellent

Community Involvement - list all community involvement, volunteer work, offices/positions held, or organizations:

Employment / Work Experience - please indicate employment history. Start with present or most recent position and work back. You must use the format below when identifying your employment history. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of this format.

Employer
 		 From:  
To:        
Briefly describe your duties and responsibilities:

Employer
  		From:  
To:        
Briefly describe your duties and responsibilities:

Employer
  		From:  
To:        
Briefly describe your duties and responsibilities:

Employer
  		From:   
To:         
Briefly describe your duties and responsibilities:

*Essay (limit 2-4 paragraphs)- Why are you applying for this internship program?

The following information is voluntary and will only be used for statistical purposes. This information will not be used to determine intern selection or placement.

Date: Apr/19/2024 Gender: Male   Female
First Name:  Last Name: 
Race:
Recruitment Source:
Career Fair TCEQ Recruitment Coordinator or Internship Coordinator
College or University Returning Mickey Leland Intern    
TCEQ website Other   (Specify)   
Do you consider yourself economically disadvantaged? Yes   No
Are you a Veteran? Yes   No

Affidavit - Please read the following statements carefully. By submitting this application, you indicate your understanding and acceptance of these statements.
I certify that the information on each part of this application and on any submitted supporting documents is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and is given freely of my own will.
I understand that any misstatement or omission of material facts or any false information given to obtain an internship shall be grounds for unfavorable consideration or dismissal.
I understand that as a condition of employment, I am required to provide legal proof of authorization to work in the U.S.
I understand that some MLEIP sponsors will check with the Texas Department of Public Safety and/or the Federal Bureau of Investigation for any criminal history in accordance with applicable statutes.
I authorize the MLEIP sponsors to contact my current/former employers and my educational institution(s) to verify the information contained on this application and authorize my current/former employers and my educational institution(s) to release to the MLEIP Internship Coordinator any relevant information in their possession pertaining to me. A copy of this release will be as valid as the original.
I authorize the release of application forms and supporting documentation to participating state agencies, private sector sponsors, and educational entities.
I understand that submission of this application for consideration in the Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program releases the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the State of Texas from any liability in the event the applicant has any claim against any of the participating sponsors.
          

If you have questions on how to fill out this form or about the Mickey Leland Internship program, please contact us at 512-239-0102. Individuals are entitled to request and review their personal information that the agency gathers on its forms. They may also have any errors in their information corrected.