Wastewater Operations Engineer Intern (O'Brien WRP)

Additional Forms Cover Letter Letter of Recommendation Resume MWRD's Internship Program offers paid internshippositions. While the main focus is on wastewater management, there areopportunities to gain knowledge and practical experience in a wide range offunctions in each department. Paid Interns Paid interns are limited to 119 working days per calendaryear and receive $18.00 per hour. Required Documents Letterof recommendation from a class instructor, professor, or InternshipCoordinator from current school or university Resume. Eligibility Requirements Currentlyenrolled in a degree-seeking program in an accredited college oruniversity and will be enrolled in the 2026/2027 school year. Permanentresidency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD (students mayattend school outside the territorial boundaries). Youmust be a citizen or national of the United States, or an individual whois otherwise legally authorized to work in the United States. Candidates arerequiredto submit the OnlineInternship Application, cover letter, resume and letter of recommendationthrough MWRD’s Online Employment Center. The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of GreaterChicago is seeking an intern to serve in the Maintenance and OperationsDepartment. The prospective intern will: Update internal drawings used in identifyingplant assets Assist with planning and shutdown coordinationfor the multitude of ongoing construction projects at the plant Analyze plant data for use in process control,learn contract administration Work with operations staff to understand theMWRD's role in treating wastewater and protecting our water environment Minimum Qualifications and Requirements Familiarity with design plans desired, but notrequired. Familiarity with basic CAD, GIS and spreadsheetsoftware desired, but not required. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite G ood verbal and written communication skills E xperience with AutoCAD, GIS, and spreadsheetsoftware Familiarity with design plans desired, but notrequired Ability to commute to the Skokie location Educational Requirements Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program at anaccredited school. Civil, chemical, or environmental engineering major. Click on a link below to apply for this position: #J-18808-Ljbffr Metropolitan-Water-Reclamation-District-of-Greater-Chicag