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Severe Weather and Heavy Rainfall Potential for the Plains; Coastal Low Across the mid-Atlantic

An upper trough and frontal boundary will focus showers and thunderstorms across portions of the Plains through early Monday; A few severe thunderstorms along with heavy rainfall are expected. Meanwhile, low pressure off the Southeast Coast will bring inclement weather across the mid-Atlantic coast through Monday. This system is forecast to meander off the coast then track inland early this week. Read More >

An internship for undergraduate and graduate-level Meteorology/Atmospheric Sciences students will be available at our office possibly beginning later this summer through the U.S. Government Pathways Program. The National Weather Service in Chicago (Romeoville), Illinois is seeking a motivated student that desires to learn more about the operations of a local weather service office.  In this internship, students will participate in many aspects of the day-to-day duties of the office, including warning operations, forecast creation, decision support, and observing.  In addition, students will have the opportunity to participate in office research and outreach. This will be a full-time paid position during summer hours, with part-time hours available during the school year.

To be eligible students must be pursuing a degree in meteorology or atmospheric science. Recent graduates from an undergraduate program will also be considered if they have been accepted into a graduate program. More information and application information can be reviewed at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/71904170. Applications must be submitted by the end of the day Wednesday April 26.