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Water and Wastewater Facilities Intern

United States, New London · Job Posted March 04, 2026
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Our Operations and Engineering Intern will work closely with our skilled Staff at their project to learn and understand what is involved with the daily operation and maintenance of a water/wastewater treatment facility. This internship position will provide hands-on experience in a water/wastewater environment and will involve working under the guidance of an experienced full-time employee (FTE). Internships are focused on learning and exposure to fundamental business processes and procedures. This position involves laboratory, technical, maintenance, and groundskeeping work in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility. This position will also work with the Regional Engineer to discover the planning, development and execution of construction projects at a water/wastewater facility.

Job Responsibility

  • Work closely with skilled Staff to learn and understand daily operation and maintenance of a water/wastewater treatment facility
  • Provide hands-on experience in a water/wastewater environment
  • Work under the guidance of an experienced full-time employee (FTE)
  • Involve laboratory, technical, maintenance, and groundskeeping work in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility
  • Work with the Regional Engineer to discover the planning, development and execution of construction projects at a water/wastewater facility.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED is required
  • Rising seniors
  • Tech Schools
  • Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, listening, presentation and facilitation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships
  • Ability to work in a wastewater environment
  • Strong ability to follow instructions accurately
  • Good organizational and time management skills
  • Willingness to work under the guidance of an experienced FTE
  • Reliable and punctual attendance
  • Capability to lift objects weighing approximately 30-35 lbs.

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