Wastewater Operations Engineer Intern(O'Brien WRP)

MWRD's Internship Program offers paid internship
positions. While the main focus is on wastewater management, there are
opportunities to gain knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of
functions in each department.

Paid Interns

Paid interns are limited to 119 working days per calendar
year and receive $18.00 per hour.

Required Documents:

• Letter
  of recommendation from a class instructor, professor, or Internship
  Coordinator from current school or university.

• Cover
  letter stating interest in position.

• Resume.

Eligibility Requirements

• Currently
  enrolled in a degree-seeking program in an accredited college or
  university and will be enrolled in the 2026/2027 school year.

• Permanent
  residency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD (students may
  attend school outside the territorial boundaries).

• You
  must be a citizen or national of the United States, or an individual who
  is otherwise legally authorized to work in the United States.

Candidates arerequiredto submit the Online
Internship Application, cover letter, resume and letter of recommendation
through MWRD'sOnline Employment Center.

Questions regarding the internship program may be directed
toMWRDInternships@mwrd.org.

Position Title:

Wastewater Operations Engineer Intern

Department:

Maintenance and Operations

Location:

O'Brien Water Reclamation Plant

3500 West Howard Street

Skokie, IL. 60076

Description:

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater
Chicago is seeking an intern to serve in the Maintenance and Operations
Department.

The prospective intern will:

• Update internal drawings used in identifying
  plant assets
• Assist with planning and shutdown coordination
  for 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 the
  MWRD's role in treating wastewater and protecting our water environment

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Familiarity with design plans desired, but not
  required.
• Familiarity with basic CAD, GIS and spreadsheet
  software desired, but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD, GIS, and spreadsheet
  software
• Familiarity with design plans desired, but not
  required
• Ability to commute to the Skokie location

Educational Requirements:

Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program at an
accredited school.

Civil, chemical, or environmental engineering major.