Engineering Intern - Project Delivery

American Water; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water is seeking an Engineering Intern to support planning, project delivery, asset management, and capital initiatives across our water and wastewater systems. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers and project managers to gain practical experience in utility engineering, infrastructure planning, regulatory compliance, and project execution.

This internship provides an excellent opportunity for students pursuing engineering careers to apply classroom knowledge to

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of 1 year of completed engineering coursework.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Ability to work in both office and outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, design, and execution of capital improvement projects.
• Support analyses related to water supply, treatment, distribution, and wastewater.
• Compile and analyze engineering data using MS Office.
• Assist with asset management and system documentation.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project summaries.
• Support schedule tracking, cost monitoring, and project documentation.
• Participate in field visits and site observations.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, environmental, and engineering teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

GIS familiarity

Hydraulic modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Engineering Intern - Project Delivery

Posting Start Date: 10/21/26

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!

Primary Role: California American Water is seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support engineering planning, project delivery, asset management, and capital improvement initiatives across our water and wastewater systems. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers and project managers to gain practical experience in utility engineering, infrastructure planning, regulatory compliance, and project execution.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for students pursuing engineering careers to apply classroom knowledge to real-world infrastructure projects that support safe, reliable, and sustainable water service.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist engineering staff with planning, design, and execution of capital improvement projects.
• Support engineering analyses related to water supply, treatment, distribution, and wastewater systems.
• Compile, organize, and analyze engineering data using Microsoft Office applications.
• Assist with asset management activities and system documentation.
• Participate in preparation of technical reports, presentations, and project summaries.
• Support project managers with schedule tracking, cost monitoring, and project documentation.
• Participate in field visits, facility inspections, and project site observations.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, environmental, and engineering teams to support project objectives.

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred
  • Familiarity with GIS applications (ESRI ArcGIS).
  • Exposure to AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or hydraulic modeling software.
  • Interest in water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure.
  • Previous internship, research, or project experience.

Experience/Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management
• Minimum of 1 year of completed engineering coursework.

Other

• Ability to perform occasional field work and site visits.
• Ability to work in both office and outdoor environments.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Competencies

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