Internship | Charter Schools | VVWRA | Maintenance Mechanic | Fall 2026

Environmental Services Internship

This position is open to students enrolled in a Charter School in the High Desert ONLY!

Location: Victor Valley Wastewater Reclamation Authority (VVWRA), 20111 Shay Rd., Victorville

Type: Paid Internship

Schedule: 100 hours, 2 days per week, September 21 - November 13, 2026

College credit is available through a Victor Valley College Work Experience course.

You must be 16 years old for the internship and have Right to Work documents.

Overview

Join a leading environmental services organization and gain hands-on experience in water and wastewater utility operations. This summer internship offers the opportunity to explore careers in environmental services through supervised, safety-focused technical tasks.

Interns will work alongside skilled professionals to support mechanical maintenance, equipment readiness, site inspections, and stormwater management. Through this role, students will build foundational knowledge in environmental systems, preventative care, and utility operations.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Equipment Readiness

• Inventory and inspect safety gear (gas sniffers, PPE, gloves, etc.)
• Assemble and organize PPE kits for field tasks
• Shadow toolbox talks and job hazard analyses

Mechanical Maintenance Support

• Assist with routine tasks such as oil changes, filter cleanings, and greasing
• Support pump teardown, part replacement, and drying bed maintenance
• Prepare work areas and retrieve tools and equipment for service jobs

Field Operations Collections & Equipment

• Help prep work vehicles with tools and safety gear
• Tag along with crews during system inspections and cleaning
• Observe operations involving cranes, vac trucks, and SCADA systems

Site Inspection & Logistics

• Assist in staging equipment for sewer or industrial site inspections
• Support CCTV operations including camera setup and cable handling
• Help log inspection notes and organize footage and documentation

Stormwater & Drainage Monitoring

• Document field conditions during storm drain inspections
• Learn how to spot drainage issues and understand inspection protocols
• Assist with recording and organizing data for reports

Learning Objectives

• Gain real-world insight into water and wastewater systems
• Learn safe practices for utility fieldwork
• Develop skills in mechanical maintenance and environmental monitoring
• Understand how utility departments contribute to public health and sustainability

Qualifications

• Interest in mechanical work, environmental science, or utilities
• Able to follow safety protocols and take direction from supervisors
• Willingness to work outdoors in varied conditions
• Must be able to obtain work permit