Water Quality Intern

American Water • Greenwood, IN

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About The Position

Join Indiana American Water as a Water Quality Intern and explore exciting career opportunities in the water and wastewater field. 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 results 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: Featured on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, and recipients of multiple national awards.
Learn More: Visit amwater.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Requirements

• Detail-Oriented: Conduct thorough analyses and evaluations and implement timely decisions and recommendations.
• Independent Worker: Manage time across multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative: Seek input and coordinate with staff.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases, and software.
• Organizational Skills: Demonstrated organizational and administrative abilities.
• Analytical Skills: Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Enrollment in an Environmental Science or Science undergraduate degree program from an accredited school.
• Minimum of 2 years of completed coursework.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with school sampling in accordance to Indiana Finance Authority and LCRI compliance standards.
• Perform in home inspections to identify service line materials upon customer request.
• Perform inspections identifying service line materials where contractors have done planned potholing projects.
• Assist water quality staff with customer communication, Tier validations, and sampling associated with Lead and Copper Compliance monitoring.
• Update systems of record as needed.
• Assist operations staff in water and wastewater facilities with routine production activities, including data collection and evaluation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern