Engineering Intern - Project Delivery

American Water; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

American Water in Indiana is seeking an Engineering Intern in Project Delivery to gain hands-on experience in water utilities and sustainability.

The role supports engineers and field staff on water and wastewater projects, offering exposure to planning, asset management, and construction activities.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with thorough analyses and timely recommendations.
• Independent worker capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with staff coordination.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with computer programs, databases, and software.
• Solid organizational and administrative abilities.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 engineers and operational staff.
• Observe active construction sites.
• Review project plans and financial documents.
• Partner with contractors and design consultants to support team goals.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Collaborative

Communication

Technical proficiency

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering/Engineering Technology degree (undergrad)

Tools

GIS

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Intern - Project Delivery

Posting Start Date: 10/21/26

Job Description

Join Indiana American Water as a Water Quality Intern and explore exciting career opportunities in the water and wastewater field. As the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., American Water (NYSE: AWK) has been providing safe, clean, reliable, and affordable services since 1886. We serve over 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. Our 6,500 professionals leverage their expertise and our national scale to deliver excellent results for customers, employees, investors, and stakeholders.

Primary Role

Gain firsthand experience in how water utilities support communities and ensure sustainability.

Key Accountabilities

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.

• Key Tasks:
  • Provide engineering support to both engineers and operational staff.
  • Observations of active construction sites
  • Reviewing project plans and financial documents
  • Partner with contractors and design consultants to support the teams goals

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 an Engineering or Engineering Technology undergraduate degree program.
• Minimum of 1 year of completed coursework.
• Previous experience with GIS technology

Other

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

Short Description

• Competencies
• Plans & Aligns
• Decision Making
• Communicates Effectively
• Builds Networks
• Action Oriented