Facilities & Safety Programs Intern
About The Position
This full-time (40-hour per week) internship experience will introduce you to the exciting career opportunities in the water and wastewater field. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Facilities & Safety Intern to join our team. As the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., American Water (NYSE: AWK) has been providing safe, clean, reliable, and affordable services since 1886. We serve over 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. Our 6,500 professionals leverage their expertise and our national scale to deliver excellent outcomes for customers, employees, investors, and stakeholders. Why American Water? Growth and Investment: We plan to invest $30 to $34 billion in infrastructure over the next decade. Sustainability and Community: We are committed to safety, affordability, customer service, environmental protection, workforce inclusivity, and community strengthening. Recognition: Recognized as one of Forbes 2025 Most Trusted Companies in America, ranked on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2024 List, and recipients of multiple national awards.
Requirements
- Facilities Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Architecture, Project Management, Operations Management, Construction Management, Sustainability, or related field preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of completed coursework
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily facilities operations, including maintenance requests, vendor coordination, and office space management
- Support safety programs by helping with inspections, audits, and compliance documentation
- Participate in emergency preparedness activities and update safety signage and materials
- Monitor building systems (HVAC, lighting, security) and report issues promptly
- Help maintain records for safety training, incident reports, and regulatory compliance
- Contribute to sustainability and energy efficiency projects
- Provide administrative support for facilities and safety-related projects
- Utilize Facilities space planning software and work order ticketing system to coordinate, track and fulfill facilities related requests
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
