Water Treatment Engineer Internship
About The Position
As a Water Treatment Engineering Intern at Linkan, you will support active design–build water treatment projects across the mining and industrial sectors. This internship offers hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers through the full project lifecycle — from concept and design to construction, commissioning, and operations. You’ll contribute to real-world engineering solutions that solve complex water quality challenges, improve sustainability, and support critical industrial and mining operations, while building valuable professional connections in water treatment and environmental engineering.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of water treatment and environmental engineering principles.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Attention to detail and a proactive desire to learn.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with engineering or data tools such as AutoCAD, MATLAB, or similar software is a plus.
- Prior internship, coursework, or research experience related to water treatment, mining, or industrial processes preferred.
- Interest in design–build project delivery, environmental compliance, and sustainable water management.
- Willingness to occasionally travel to remote project locations as required.
Responsibilities
- Support the engineering team in the design, evaluation, and optimization of water treatment systems for mining and industrial clients, including technologies focused on reuse, treatment efficiency, and operational reliability.
- Participate in site visits, field surveys, sampling, commissioning support, and system observations; assist with laboratory analyses to evaluate water quality and treatment performance.
- Collect, organize, and analyze data related to water treatment processes, including chemical dosing, flow rates, and contaminant removal performance.
- Support environmental compliance efforts by assisting with monitoring, technical documentation, and reporting tied to permits and regulatory requirements.
- Work closely with engineers, operators, and project teams throughout the design–build lifecycle, contributing to practical solutions for complex water challenges.
- Assist with research into emerging water treatment technologies and best practices to improve performance, sustainability, and water reuse across mining and industrial operations.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in innovative water treatment solutions within the mining industry.
- Collaboration with a team of experienced professionals committed to sustainable water management.
- Contribution to meaningful projects that impact environmental sustainability in mining.
- Networking opportunities within the mining and industrial sectors.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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