Career Development Intern

ARIZONA WATER COMPANY•Apache Junction, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Career Development Intern (High School) participates in a structured, supervised, rotational internship program designed to provide educational and career exposure to various functions within Arizona Water Company, including Safety, Operations, Customer Service, and administrative support. Under the supervision and guidance of an assigned AWC Mentor, the intern will observe departmental operations, assist with approved non-hazardous assignments, and gain practical knowledge of water utility services, workplace safety, customer service, and business operations. The intern may also receive guidance from designated AWC employees during departmental rotations. This is a temporary, unpaid, part-time, non-benefit-eligible internship intended for educational and career development purposes. Internship activities may be coordinated with the participating school's Career and Technical Education (CTE) program or other approved academic or career development program, as applicable.

Requirements

Current high school junior or senior.
Must be at least 16 years of age.
Must meet the eligibility requirements of the participating school.
Participation in a CTE program or other approved school-based academic or career development program, as applicable.
Basic familiarity with computers and office equipment.
Willingness to learn and actively participate in a structured internship program.
Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, email).
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interact with supervisors, employees, and customers in a professional manner.
Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and perform light physical activities associated with approved internship assignments.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds in connection with approved office or administrative activities.

Responsibilities

Participate in scheduled rotations across approved program areas, which may include Safety, Operations, Customer Service, and administrative functions.
Observe daily operations and workflows.
Assist with approved basic tasks that support learning objectives.
Complete assigned educational projects or learning activities.
Assist with organizing safety materials and documentation.
Observe approved safety meetings, inspections, and compliance activities.
Support administrative tracking of safety records and training documentation.
Assist with filing logs, reports, and operational records.
Support inventory tracking or documentation efforts.
Observe approved field operations, job sites, and system maintenance activities from designated safe areas and under direct supervision.
Observe customer service interactions and processes.
Assist with approved filing, data entry, and document preparation.
Support basic administrative activities related to customer service processes.
Observe and, when appropriate, assist with customer inquiries under direct supervision.
Assist with approved typing, filing, scanning, and document organization.
Assist with preparation of reports, logs, and other administrative materials.
Participate in basic clerical activities that support the intern's learning objectives.
Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops as assigned.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Participate in other approved, non-hazardous learning activities consistent with the internship program, the intern's age, and applicable safety requirements.