Internship - Wastewater Treatment

Spartanburg Water • Spartanburg, SC

324d • $12 - $12

About The Position

Spartanburg Water, a water and wastewater utility provider is seeking an intern to support the company within the Wastewater Services Department. Works hand-in-hand with Spartanburg Water professionals operating, maintaining and conducting continuous improvement research for treating wastewater. If you have a genuine interest in environmental sciences and would like to have a hands on experience in serving the community while being a good steward to the environment, this is the internship for you!

Requirements

• Enrollment in an institution of higher learning or certification program with an emphasis in environmental studies or relatable subject
• Basic computer skills
• Experience with Excel
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work out-of-doors and also inside a laboratory with equal enthusiasm

Responsibilities

• Participates in field operations at Waste Water Treatment Facilities (WWTF) throughout Spartanburg County
• Assists in collecting/analyzing process samples while recording results
• Supports day to day administrative/organizational functions at the WWTF for all departments including Operations, Industrial Pretreatment and Above Ground Maintenance
• Performs comparative research on efficiency of current operational/scientific practices versus other potential practices
• Accomplishes data entry and assists in presenting research through compilation of results into graphical analysis

Benefits

• Hourly rate $12.50
• Work with experienced water professionals
• Perform work/research to provide excellent service to the community while protecting water resources
• Gain knowledge of the Spartanburg Water system

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: No Education Listed