MWRD's Internship Program offers paid internship positions. While the main focus is on wastewater management, there are opportunities to gain knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of functions in each department.
Paid Interns
Paid interns are limited to 119 working days per calendar year and receive $18.00 per hour.
Required Documents:
Eligibility Requirements
Candidates are required to submit the Online Internship Application, cover letter, resume and letter of recommendation through MWRD's Online Employment Center.
Questions regarding the internship program may be directed to MWRDInternships@mwrd.org.
Position Title:
Treatment Plant Operations Intern
Department:
Maintenance and Operations
Location:
Stickney Water Reclamation Plant
Description:
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District is seeking a Treatment Plant Operationsintern in the Maintenance and Operations Department. The respectiveintern will receive experience working in an office and field environment. The intern will learn the basics ofwastewatertreatment and entry-level engineering duties such as: basic equipment research, document review and creation, and data analysis. The internship will be concentratedin the primary,secondary, and the solids treatment processes.
The intern will have the opportunity to cross-train and learn about bothsections to understand how the District functions as a wastewaterutility.
MinimumQualifications:
Educational Requirements:
Minimum of two-years of undergraduate work in any engineering discipline.
Applicants must be a current graduate or undergraduate student seeking a degree in environmental or civil engineering.