Engineering Intern

Description

Internship Duration & Hours: 10 weeks, 35 hours per week.

Purpose of the Internship

The purpose of the Internship is to provide an opportunity for those enrolled in engineering educational programs to gain hands on learning about the Wastewater Industry. The intern will apply engineering principles to support LRWRA’s mission of providing safe, reliable, and efficient wastewater service.

Examples of Duties

Key Responsibilities

• Assist LRWRA personnel with performing inspections and acceptance testing of new wastewater infrastructure.
• Assist LRWRA survey crews with gathering information to prepare construction drawings.
• Input and analyze data to identify trends or improvement opportunities.
• Assist with updating engineering documents such as agreements and specifications.
• Assist with reviewing drawings and specifications for development projects.
• Assist with visual inspections of grease interceptors and investigate complaints with LRWRA personnel.
• Attend bid openings, pre-construction meetings, and monthly progress meetings.
• Assist other departments such Environmental Affairs (laboratory) and Operations as necessary.
  
  

Typical Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Actively enrolled in Collegiate Engineering Degree Program (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments, including industrial settings.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CAD software, technical drawing, and/or engineering design tools.
• Interest in public utilities and/or the wastewater industry.
  
  

Skills & Learning Outcomes

• Application of engineering concepts in wastewater facility planning, design, operations, and maintenance.
• Insight into project planning, system performance, and inspections.
• Understand regulatory and safety requirements within utility facilities.
• Development of data analysis skills
• Exposure to engineering review of proposed wastewater infrastructure.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Combination of office work, site visits, and facility inspections.
• Use of tools such as computers, tablets, inspection instruments, engineering drawings, and PPE.
• Physical requirements such as walking in the field and in facilities, climbing hills and stairs, and light lifting.
  
  

Supervision & Mentorship

• The intern reports directly to the Supervisor, Project Engineer, Developer Funded.
• The Supervisor, Project Engineer, Developer Funded provides technical guidance, mentorship, and daily oversight.
  
  

LRWRA’s Mission

Serving our community by protecting public health and the environment while leading the industry by reclaiming water for a more sustainable tomorrow.

LRWRA’s Value Statement

We commit to exceptional service, integrity beyond reproach, respect for people, communities, and cultures with tangible and lasting results.

Core Values

Community Partnerships – We build community partnerships and provide public outreach regarding our “One Water. One Future.” Commitment.

Embracing Change – We develop forward-thinking and creative solutions to enhance our processes, practices, and services.

Excellence – We commit to providing exceptional service through professionalism in our words, actions, attitudes, and communication for the betterment of our community and environment.

Integrity – We demonstrate the highest standards of morals, honesty, respect, and accountability for our results and actions.

Inclusion – We value, solicit, and embrace the unique differences and perspectives of each employee. We are committed to a hiring process that reflects the diverse makeup of the community we serve.

Safety – Above all, we are strongly committed to providing a safe environment for our employees.

Teamwork – We embrace an environment where all voices are heard and respected through collaboration to achieve the overall best outcome.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree
  
  

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Are you actively enrolled in a Collegiate Engineering Degree Program (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, of related field)?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Do you have experience with CAD software, technical drawing, and/or engineering design tools?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question