Water Quality Intern

Job Title: Water Quality Intern

Posting Start Date: 10/21/26

Job Description:

Primary Role

The Water Quality Summer Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting water quality, environmental compliance, and operational activities within American Water's drinking water and wastewater systems. This role provides exposure to laboratory testing, regulatory compliance, field sampling, data analysis, and customer-focused water quality initiatives. The intern will work closely with Water Quality professionals and operations personnel to help ensure the delivery of safe, reliable, and high-quality water service.

Key Accountabilities

• Potential assignments could include:

• Assist with water quality sampling and monitoring activities in accordance with federal, state, and company regulatory requirements.

• Collect, prepare, document, and ship water samples for laboratory analysis.

• Support lead and copper compliance programs, including customer communications, sample tracking, and record management.

• Perform field inspections and support environmental compliance activities.

• Compile, analyze, and maintain water quality data, reports, and regulatory records.

• Support treatment plant and distribution system monitoring activities.

• Participate in routine operational activities at water and wastewater facilities, including data collection and process evaluation.

• Utilize Microsoft Office applications, databases, laboratory information systems, and other company software to document and track work activities.

• Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to learn regulatory requirements and technical water quality concepts.

Experience/Education

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Water Resources, or a related scientific discipline.
• Completion of at least two years of undergraduate coursework preferred.
• Relevant laboratory, environmental, or water quality coursework preferred.

Travel Requirements

Other

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments.
• Ability to lift and transport sampling equipment and materials as needed.

Short Description

Competencies

Plans & Aligns

Decision Making

Communicates Effectively

Builds Networks

Action Oriented