Engineering Intern

Seven Seas Water Corporation • Tampa, FL

3h

About The Position

The Engineering Intern will work closely with senior engineers to support the planning, design, and execution of desalination and water treatment projects. This role is designed for a chemical or mechanical engineering student who is passionate about solving global water challenges and eager to gain hands-on exposure to industrial water infrastructure projects.
The intern will contribute to active projects involving seawater and brackish water desalination, supporting engineering deliverables across multiple disciplines while developing practical engineering skills.
At SSW, engineers work on real-world infrastructure that directly improves lives, public health, and economic resilience.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (junior or senior standing preferred)
• Strong interest in water, sustainability, and infrastructure engineering
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Comfortable working in a team environment across multiple disciplines

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or interest in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, mass transfer, or process engineering
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar engineering tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Prior internship, co-op, or project experience related to water, energy, or industrial systems

Responsibilities

• Supporting engineering design activities for desalination and water treatment facilities
• Reviewing and redlining P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and general arrangement drawings
• Assisting with preparation of equipment data sheets, technical specifications, and material lists
• Supporting equipment selection and evaluation for pumps, membranes, pressure vessels, piping, and related systems
• Coordinating and tracking vendor documentation and technical submittals
• Assisting with material take-offs, document control, and engineering schedules
• Supporting cross-disciplinary coordination with process, mechanical, electrical, and construction teams
• Participating in internal design reviews and learning SSW engineering standards and practices
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on project needs and the intern’s interests.

Benefits

• Work on projects that directly address global water scarcity
• Gain hands-on experience on real operating infrastructure
• Learn from senior engineers with deep desalination and project execution expertise
• Be part of a mission-driven company with global impact

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees