Water Quality & Reuse Engineering Intern

Tryfacta, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Tryfacta, Inc. seeks a Temporary Grad Intern to support the Recycled & Purified Water Unit within the Water Supply Division at Valley Water in San Jose.

The role focuses on water quality monitoring, pilot testing of treatment technologies, and potable water reuse initiatives. You will assist with regulatory support, engineering research, data collection and reporting, and contribute to RO concentrate management studies.

Qualifications

• Academic or practical exposure to Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of water quality parameters and water/wastewater treatment processes.
• Experience or coursework involving data collection, analysis, and technical reporting.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments.
• Valid California driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collect water and wastewater samples and perform field analysis using various instruments.
• Conduct water quality data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with pilot projects, technical studies, and special research initiatives.
• Perform technical reviews and prepare engineering field reports.
• Support Reverse Osmosis Concentrate treatment and management projects.
• Assist with permitting activities and CEQA-related processes.
• Support potable water reuse outreach efforts and conduct tours at the Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center.
• Coordinate inter-agency activities through Water Tracker and related initiatives.
• Assist with QA/QC programs, database management, and reporting activities.

Skills

Water quality sampling

Data collection/analysis

QA/QC

Engineering feasibility

Documentation/reporting

Database management

Field testing

Civil/Environmental eng

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Currently enrolled as continuing student (≥9 units)

Job description

Tryfacta, Inc. seeks a Temporary Grad Intern to support the Recycled & Purified Water Unit within the Water Supply Division at Valley Water in San Jose.

The role focuses on water quality monitoring, pilot testing of treatment technologies, and potable water reuse initiatives. You will assist with regulatory support, engineering research, data collection and reporting, and contribute to RO concentrate management studies.