Information Technology - Enterprise Support Intern

MWRD•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District is seeking an intern in the Information Technology Department. The intern will gain valuable experience with an application development team at a wastewater entity.

Requirements

Prior experience with Computer and mobile devices.
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Knowledge of Programming.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Can work both independently and in a team environment.
Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program in an accredited college or university and will be enrolled in the 2026/2027 school year.
Permanent residency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD (students may attend school outside the territorial boundaries).
Must be a citizen or national of the United States, or an individual who is otherwise legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Applicants must be a current graduate or undergraduate student seeking a degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or related fields.

Responsibilities

Learn about analyzing software and computer systems in a business environment.
Learn the operating characteristics and limitations of common computer hardware and software utilized by the District.
Learn programming languages and software used in the development of computer applications.
Learn the principles, practices and techniques used in the documentation of application development.
Conducts testing of programs and software applications to ensure they will produce the desired information or results.
Performs revision, repair or expansion of existing programs to increase efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
Consults with applications developers and other technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems and recommend changes.
Confers with team members and clients to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.