Primary Role

Construction Engineering Internship

Key Accountabilities

• Gain firsthand experience in how water utilities support communities and ensure sustainability.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers to develop water supply plans, asset management plans, and support various engineering and construction projects for the company’s water and wastewater systems.
• Provide engineering support to both engineers and operational staff.
• Work with Senior Engineers in the Project Delivery Team and assist with the delivery of water / wastewater capital investment projects. This includes design, permitting, construction and startup. Projects could include new or upgraded water storage tanks, pump stations, pipelines, and water / wastewater treatment plants
• Work with Senior Engineers in the Planning Team and assist them with completing engineering tasks such as building/calibration hydraulic modeling for a water distribution system, demand projections, asset condition and performance assessments, and preparing planning reports and recommendations

Knowledge/Skills

• Detail-Oriented: Conduct thorough analyses and evaluations and implement timely decisions and recommendations.
• Independent Worker: Manage time across multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative: Seek input and coordinate with staff.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases, and software.
• Organizational Skills: Demonstrated organizational and administrative abilities.
• Analytical Skills: Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD, or ArcGIS is a plus.

Experience/Education

• Enrollment in an Engineering undergraduate degree program, Civil, Construction, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Other

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Competencies

Compensation Data

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!