Water Infrastructure Engineering Intern

American Water Co.; Howell Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water is seeking a Construction Engineering Internship to provide hands-on experience in water utilities. You will work with a team of engineers to support water and wastewater projects, learn permitting, design, and startup processes, and gain exposure to capital investments.

Enrollment in an Engineering undergraduate program (Civil/Construction/Mechanical) is preferred, with a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an engineering undergraduate degree program (Civil/Construction/Mechanical preferred).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.
• Detail-oriented, independent, and collaborative with strong communication.
• Experience with AutoCAD or ArcGIS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gain firsthand experience in how water utilities support communities and sustainability.
• Collaborate with 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.
• Work with Senior Engineers in the Project Delivery Team and assist with the delivery of water/wastewater capital investment projects (design, permitting, construction, startup).
• Work with Senior Engineers in the Planning Team and assist with hydraulic modeling, planning reports, and recommendations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Collaborative

Communication

Technical proficiency

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering undergraduate degree (Civil/Construction/Mechanical)

Engineering prerequisites

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

American Water is seeking a Construction Engineering Internship to provide hands-on experience in water utilities. You will work with a team of engineers to support water and wastewater projects, learn permitting, design, and startup processes, and gain exposure to capital investments.

Enrollment in an Engineering undergraduate program (Civil/Construction/Mechanical) is preferred, with a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.