Intern, Water & Steam Distribution Engineer

Lansing Board of Water & Light • Lansing, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) is hiring a full-time summer Engineering Intern in its Water & Steam Distribution Department in Lansing, Michigan. The internship runs from May 17, 2027, through August 13, 2027, and pays $23.00 per hour. The intern supports engineering activities involving the design, construction, project management, operation, and maintenance of BWL’s water, steam, and chilled water distribution systems. Working under the direction of the Water & Steam Distribution Principal Engineer, the intern contributes to departmental projects and initiatives and receives guidance, mentorship, and hands-on learning from experienced engineers and other department team members.

The internship includes a temperature-controlled office environment, with occasional work outdoors in varying weather and in industrial environments. Candidates must successfully complete a background check, substance screening, and a physical if applicable.

Requirements

• Be currently enrolled in an accredited educational institution in an engineering program, such as civil, environmental, mechanical, or chemical engineering.
• Have junior or senior standing during summer 2027.
• Be enrolled in fall 2027 classes.
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Successfully complete a background check, substance screening, and a physical if applicable.
• Be able to remain stationary for most of the workday; occasionally move around an office, including using stairs; and operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Be able to communicate frequently with other departments and employees verbally and in writing.
• Be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and position the body to reach below knee level or overhead, as needed.
• Be able to occasionally move through industrial environments and over uneven terrain, recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, and colors on prints, and operate field instruments or equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with departmental engineering projects, including smaller assignments and support for larger, more complex initiatives.
• Support system integrity initiatives, including water main replacement projects and planning for later-season projects.
• Assist with projects involving conversion of the steam utility to hot water distribution.
• Collaborate with other departments on company-wide projects and initiatives.
• Prepare technical documents and reports and provide project updates at departmental staff meetings.
• Help develop work instructions, procedures, and documentation supporting the operation and maintenance of critical subsystems.
• Use standard office software, including spreadsheets, word-processing applications, and databases, as well as SAP.
• Follow BWL safety policies and procedures and wear required personal protective equipment while performing fieldwork.
• Participate in required training, safety awareness programs, and skills development activities as directed by BWL or applicable government agencies, including MIOSHA.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to the Asset Management System and Work Management processes.
• Comply with BWL policies, procedures, and work rules and maintain reliable and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Skills development and opportunities for professional growth
• Tours to BWL facilities and other local companies
• Volunteering opportunities
• Networking opportunities
• Satisfaction from delivering essential services to the greater Lansing community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed