Engineering Planning Intern

American Water; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water in Camden, NJ is seeking an Engineering Planning Intern to gain hands-on exposure to the water and wastewater field. You will work with a team of engineers to develop water supply plans, asset management plans, and support various projects while learning about hydraulic modeling, GIS tools, and related analyses.

Enrollment in an engineering undergraduate program is preferred, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an engineering undergraduate degree program, preferred in Chemical, Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing hydraulic models for water and wastewater systems.
• Support water supply and asset management planning efforts.
• Prepare technical reports and presentation materials; review data with GIS outputs.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on projects and programs.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Collaborative

Communication

Technical proficiency

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Python

WaterGEMS

EPANET

Education

Engineering undergraduate degree program

Tools

WaterCad

WaterGEMS

ESRI GIS

SAP asset management

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Engineering Planning Intern

Posting Start Date: 10/22/26

Position Information

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

This Engineering Planning Internship experience will introduce you to the exciting career opportunities in the water and wastewater field. The successful candidate will learn firsthand how water utilities support communities and provide resiliency and sustainability. The candidate will work with a team of engineers to develop water supply plans, asset management plans and support various types of engineering projects and programs for the company’s water and wastewater systems. Work assignments will typically focus on evaluating water and energy usage trends, source water quality, water and wastewater treatment plant performance, and pipeline and pump station capacities and condition.

Key Accountabilities

Typical duties are diverse and designed around the education and experience level of the student. Assignments may include:

• Performing analyses utilizing software such as Microsoft Office, WaterCad / WaterGEMS hydraulic models, ESRI GIS, SAP asset management system software and various EPA resiliency programs
• Assisting in the preparation and review of technical reports
• Performing literature reviews and preparing presentation materials and map displays using Powerpoint and GIS.
• Work with Senior Planning Engineers and assist with engineering tasks such as developing hydraulic models for water and wastewater systems, conducting demand projections, assessing asset condition and performance, and preparing planning reports and recommendations.

Additional tasks may also include:

• Developing SharePoint pages.
• Assisting in the review of engineering standards and templates.
• Developing materials for training programs and assisting in the team's management and delivery of the company's construction program.

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, ArcGIS, Python, WaterGEMS or EPANET is a plus.

Experience/Education

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

Other

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

Competencies

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