Water & SCADA Engineering Intern - Hands-On Municipal Projects

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. invites a Student Intern to gain hands-on experience in planning, design, field work, and technology-driven solutions for water and wastewater utilities.

You will assist with design, drafting, CAD work, data management, and reports, while learning from engineers and operators in a supportive, team-oriented culture during a May–August internship in Wisconsin. The program emphasizes real project exposure across water distribution, treatment, pumping systems, and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in civil, environmental, electrical, mechanical engineering or related program.
• Basic understanding of water, wastewater, or utility systems.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MS Office; interest in hydraulic modeling and SCADA.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design, drafting, modeling, and technical support using CAD, hydraulic modeling, data management, and related engineering software.
• Support the preparation of engineering reports, specifications, cost estimates, planning documents, and utility technology deliverables.
• Conduct data collection, research, and technical analysis for project designs.
• Participate in fieldwork, site inspections, and utility facility observations under the guidance of senior staff.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure project quality and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and support compliance standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Enrollment in Civil, Environmental, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related program

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

SCADA

Hydraulic modeling

Data management

Instrumentation

Controls

Job description

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. invites a Student Intern to gain hands-on experience in planning, design, field work, and technology-driven solutions for water and wastewater utilities.

You will assist with design, drafting, CAD work, data management, and reports, while learning from engineers and operators in a supportive, team-oriented culture during a May–August internship in Wisconsin. The program emphasizes real project exposure across water distribution, treatment, pumping systems, and