Intern - Conservation

San Antonio Water System • San Antonio, TX

311d • $19

About The Position

San Antonio Water System Water Conservation Internship Looking for a rewarding opportunity to get "hands-on" experience with the largest water provider in San Antonio? The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) provides a unique environment where you will experience just that! Our Conservation Department is seeking enthusiastic interns. The Conservation Department provides water users with a wide range of incentive and education programs aimed at helping customers better manage their water usage. Interns will help in deploying these programs. The SAWS Internship Program offers educational and work experience that will provide a base of knowledge that you can build on throughout your life. Interns may work around their class schedules committing at least several four-hour blocks of time per week during 2025 Spring and 2025 Summer semesters. Interns will need to work during core business hours 8-5. Note: Interns are not to work over 29 hours in a work week (Monday through Friday).

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Studies, Geography, Business, Marketing or other areas.
• Experience with basic MS Office programs, specifically Access and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and organized.
• Access to a vehicle for use during working hours.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work history that demonstrates an ability to interact with customers in person or by phone.
• Experience using data to draw conclusions through paid work or academic assignments.
• GIS experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated interest in the conservation programs offered by San Antonio Water System.

Responsibilities

• Using program management software to assess customer applications and process them quickly.
• Assisting field staff as they provide Conservation Consultation services at homes and businesses.
• Fielding customer questions about programs, regulations and other conservation related matters.
• Ensuring that data from programs is entered into the program management software quickly and accurately.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience with the largest water provider in San Antonio.
• Educational and work experience that provides a base of knowledge.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree