Intern

Internship Opportunity

Santa Margarita Water District is a dynamic, forward-thinking agency dedicated to delivering high-quality potable water, recycled water, and wastewater services to its 200,000 customers across Southern Orange County. As one of the region's largest and most impactful utilities, we are committed to the highest standards of transparency, innovation, and environmental stewardship.

Our people drive our progress, innovation, and results. Our collaborative, human-first culture fosters the sense of fun, comradery, and a rewarding sense of purpose as we do work that matters.

Dynamic teams of intelligent individuals work collaboratively to achieve SMWD's goals and solve challenges with a common aim that fosters a unique bond that is not often found in governmental agencies.

Santa Margarita Water District's values include:

• Exemplary service excellence
• Intelligent innovation that is forward-thinking and adaptive
• Ethical fiscal responsibility and transparency
• Environmental and resource stewardship
• Employee development and leadership training
• Building relationships that strengthen communities

Below are different departments where you are able to do your internship with!

Communications

The Communications & Customer Engagement Intern will support the District's Communications Department with various projects that enhance internal and external communications, digital engagement, and public relations efforts.

Water Resiliency/GIS

The Water Resiliency Data Science / GIS Intern is a training position in the field of water resource management, with a focus on data science and/or geographic information systems (GIS), depending on the applicant's skillset and interests.

Water Conservation/Customer Service

The Water Conservation & Customer Service Intern ("Intern") will support the District's water efficiency and customer service programs through data management and customer outreach.

Water Quality

The District's Laboratory Division is responsible for monitoring the quality and safety of our drinking water supply through rigorous sampling and analysis.

Operations

Start your utility career with Santa Margarita Water District as a Utility Intern. In this hands-on role, you'll gain valuable training and real-world experience supporting the construction, maintenance, and repair of critical water, wastewater, and recycled water systems.

Information Technology Join our dynamic IT team and gain hands-on experience across key areas like cybersecurity, cloud/networking, business intelligence, and enterprise applications.

JOB SUMMARY Santa Margarita Water District is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Intern to join our team. This internship provides a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the Administration, Communications, Finance, Information Technology, Operations, or Water Resiliency & Use Efficiency department while learning about the vital role water agencies play in public service, environmental management, and infrastructure operations.