Requisition ID: 110432
Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.
People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.
We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
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Position Information
The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. The expected pay range for this position is between $18.00 per hour and $28.00 per hour. If you are hired at American Water your compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, candidate's program year, discipline, and degree. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.
American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!
Primary Role
Gain first hand experience in how water utilities support communities and ensure sustainability as an Environmental Compliance Intern. Collaborate with professionals to assist with environmental management and water quality activities for assigned facilities, ensuring compliance with all water quality and environmental regulations
Key Accountabilities
- Implement and manage monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality/environmental regulations and company standards, specifically for the Lead Program.
- Analyze data and develop reports.
- Assist operations staff in water and wastewater facilities with routine production activities, including data evaluation.
- Prepare permit applications.
- Support RCRA program including tracking of waste disposal.
- Support Environmental Newsletter initiatives.
Knowledge/Skills
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Detail-Oriented: Conduct thorough analyses and evaluations and implement timely decisions and recommendations.
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Independent Worker: Manage time across multiple projects and deadlines.
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Collaborative: Seek input and coordinate with staff.
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Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Technical Proficiency: Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases, and software.
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Organizational Skills: Demonstrated organizational and administrative abilities.
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Analytical Skills: Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience/Education
- Currently enrolled in an Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science undergraduate degree program from an accredited school.
Other
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Ability to pass a background check.
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