Water Quality Intern: Lab & Field Experience

Careers In Government; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California offers a Water Reuse Student Internship in the Water Quality Section at the Pure Water Southern California Demonstration Plant in Carson, CA. You will gain hands-on experience under water quality technicians and engineers in field and laboratory operations.

The role emphasizes learning, time management, teamwork, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a four-year program with sophomore or junior standing and GPA 2.75+.
• Major in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Environmental Engineering.
• California Driver’s License required at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Interpret Process Flow Diagrams to review designs and document processes.
• Assist with sample collection, preparation, and routine water quality testing.
• Maintain lab cleanliness, safety and SOP compliance.
• Assist with literature research, technical report writing, and document editing.

Education

Four-year college enrollment with sophomore/junior standing, GPA 2.75+

Enrollment in Civil/Chemical/Environmental Eng or Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California offers a Water Reuse Student Internship in the Water Quality Section at the Pure Water Southern California Demonstration Plant in Carson, CA. You will gain hands-on experience under water quality technicians and engineers in field and laboratory operations.

The role emphasizes learning, time management, teamwork, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.