Research and Innovation Year-Round Internship

Great Lakes Water Authority; Detroit (MI); Híbrido; USD 22.000 - 26.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Team member discount

Descripción de la vacante

Great Lakes Water Authority is offering a Research & Innovation Year-Round Internship in Detroit, MI. The role supports an applied drinking water research project focused on reducing disinfection by-product formation and improving biological stability in distribution systems.

The intern will gain hands-on experience with water quality monitoring, analytical methods, pilot testing and data analysis while collaborating with experienced water professionals.

Formación

• Undergraduate or graduate student in science or engineering.
• Interest in water quality and treatment processes.
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment.

Responsabilidades

• Collect water samples from treatment plants, source water, and distribution system.
• Conduct field and bench-scale water quality tests including pH and alkalinity.
• Perform UV absorbance spectroscopy and dissolved organic carbon measurements.
• Measure turbidity and assist with laboratory sample preparation and methods.
• Analyze data and create visualizations to support findings.

Conocimientos

Water sampling

Data analysis

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Communication

Educación

Science/Engineering student

Herramientas

UV-Vis spectroscopy

Descripción del empleo

Research and Innovation Year-Round Internship page is loaded## Research and Innovation Year-Round Internshiplocations: 735 Randolph St Detroit, MI 48226time type: Part timeposted on: Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id: R26\\_0000000203**Compensation**$17.55 - $17.55(Based on Experience)**Summary**One Water, One TeamWhen you work at Great Lakes Water Authority, you make a difference in the environment and in your local community. \"One water, one team\" is more than just a phrase, it's a way of doing business. Here, you don't work for GLWA, you work with GLWA.We are racing toward a shared goal to become the region's most-trusted, high-quality water and wastewater resource.About the RoleGLWA's Research & Innovation team is seeking a motivated undergraduate or graduate student to support an applied drinking water research project focused on understanding and optimizing treatment strategies to reduce disinfection by product formation and improve biological stability in drinking water distribution systems.The intern will work alongside experienced water professionals, gaining hands-on experience with water quality monitoring, analytical methods, pilot testing, and data analysis.Project DescriptionThe goal of this project is to characterize total organic carbon (TOC) in GLWA's drinking water sources and evaluate how source water conditions and treatment strategies influence the formation of disinfection by-products (DBPs). The intern will contribute to developing approaches that enhance drinking water quality and operational resilience across treatment plants and distribution systems.**Job Responsibilities*** Collect water samples from targeted locations across treatment plants, source water, and distribution system.* Conduct field and bench-scale water quality tests, including:+ pH and alkalinity+ Ultraviolet absorbance spectroscopy+ Dissolved organic carbon+ Turbidity* Assist with laboratory sample preparation and method development.* Perform statistical analysis and create data visualizations to support research findings.* Maintain detailed records, document test results, and support research reporting.## Ability to:* Work in a laboratory environment* Organize work to meet tight deadlines* Maintain effective working relationships with others* Effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures* Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing* Understand and follow verbal and written instructions* Communicate frequently with team members and team leaders**Required Education and Experience**At the time of application, applicant must;* Undergraduate or graduate student preferably in the fields of science and engineering* Ability and willingness to work in a laboratory environmentPreferred Experience:* Any previous experience in laboratory and data analysis is a plus.## Other Requirements* Valid Driver's License.**Benefits**Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. This includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs. Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment. Click for more information.Note: Part-Time employment is not eligible for health benefits, however, is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan.GLWA is an equal opportunity employer.**Introduce Yourself***Introduce Yourself* in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest.One Water, One TeamWhen you work at Great Lakes Water Authority, you help make a difference in the environment and in your local community.\"One water, one team\" is more than just a phrase, it's a way of doing business. Here, you don't work for GLWA, you work with GLWA. And together, we're racing toward a shared goal to become the region's most-trusted, high-quality water and wastewater resource.We are all strategic partners on the path to becoming a Utility of the Future, and GLWA prioritizes the recruitment and selection of highly talented, well-qualified individuals to help us get there.We have moved to a new recruiting system. You will need to create a new profile in this system and complete an application. You will have the option to upload your resume to streamline the application process. This will make all our future follow-ups a great experience! You can also track the status of your application with ease.