Engineering Intern

American Water Co.; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Virginia American Water as an Engineering Intern and explore exciting career opportunities in the water and wastewater field.

Gain hands-on experience supporting engineering and construction projects, developing water supply plans, asset management plans, and providing engineering support to engineers and operational staff. The role requires pursuit of Civil/Environmental/Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree and at least two years of coursework.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering undergraduate program.
• At least 2 years of engineering coursework completed.
• Must be detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Detail-Oriented

Independent Worker

Collaborative

Communication

Software Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering undergrad

Minimum 2 years of engineering coursework

Tools

Computer programs, databases & software

Job description

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!

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.

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

Join Virginia American Water as an Engineering Intern and explore exciting career opportunities in the water and wastewater field.

• 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.

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.

Experience/Education

• Currently enrolled in a Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering undergraduate degree program.
• Minimum of 2 years of completed engineering coursework.

Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing ™

American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they arean individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.