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Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

29d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a relevant engineering program, reside within MWRD boundaries, be authorized to work in the U.S., and be proficient in advanced Excel. Interest in wastewater is a must.
  • You will engage in process and equipment optimization, data mining, field inspections, and data analysis, gaining insights into wastewater treatment challenges and opportunities.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program in an accredited college or university and will be enrolled in the 2025/2026 school year.
  • Permanent residency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD (students may attend school outside the territorial boundaries).
  • You must be a citizen or national of the United States, or an individual who is otherwise legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting
  • Proficient user of advanced Microsoft Excel tools/formulas
  • Interest in learning about wastewater treatment and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Applicants must be a current graduate or undergraduate student seeking a degree in Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

  • The intern will be assigned both process and equipment optimization challenges that will include data mining, field inspection and data analysis.
  • The intern will be provided with a broad exposure to the challenges and opportunities in technical matters of wastewater treatment.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is limited to 119 working days per calendar year.

What is the pay rate for interns?

Paid interns receive $18.00 per hour.

What documents are required to apply for the internship?

Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation, a cover letter stating their interest in the position, and a resume.

What are the eligibility requirements for the internship?

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program at an accredited college or university for the 2025/2026 school year and must have permanent residency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD.

Is international work authorization accepted for this internship?

Yes, individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States can apply.

How can candidates submit their application materials?

Candidates are required to submit their Online Internship Application, cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation through MWRD’s Online Employment Center.

What skills are required for the position?

The intern should have the ability to work independently and in a team, be proficient in advanced Microsoft Excel tools and formulas, and have an interest in learning about wastewater treatment and infrastructure.

What educational background is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should be current graduate or undergraduate students seeking a degree in Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.

What types of tasks will the intern be expected to perform?

The intern will be assigned process and equipment optimization challenges, which will include data mining, field inspection, and data analysis related to wastewater treatment.

Who can I contact for more information about the internship program?

Questions regarding the internship program can be directed to MWRDInternships@mwrd.org.

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Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

The MWRD treats wastewater and manages stormwater for the Chicago region.

Government
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1889
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Established in 1889, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is an award-winning, special purpose government agency responsible for wastewater treatment and stormwater management in Cook County, Illinois. The MWRD provides services throughout an 883 square mile area which includes the City of Chicago and suburban communities. The MWRD serves an equivalent pop. of 10.35 million citizens; 5.25 million people, a commercial and industrial equivalent of 4.5 million people, and a combined sewer overflow of .6 million people. The MWRD's 554 miles of intercepting sewers and force mains range in size from 12 inches to 27 feet in diameter and are fed by approximately 10,000 local sewer system connections. The MWRD's Tunnel and Reservoir Plan (TARP) is one of the country’s largest public works projects for pollution and flood control. Four tunnel systems total 109 miles of tunnels, nine to 33 feet in diameter and 150 to 300 feet underground, are in operation. Three TARP reservoirs are in operation and construction is in progress on the remaining 6.5 billion gallon portion of the McCook Reservoir. The MWRD owns and operates the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant, the world’s largest, in addition to six other plants and 23 pumping stations. Treating an average of 1.4 billion gallons of wastewater each day, the MWRD's total wastewater treatment capacity is over 2 billion gallons per day. The MWRD recycles all biosolids and has an aggressive outreach program.