What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Intern position at Douglas County Water Authority?
The Douglasville-Douglas County Water and Sewer Authority will host students for an 8-week summer internship beginning June 2 and ending July 31, 2025. Students will gain hands-on experience working in a professional business setting at an award-winning water, sewer, and stormwater utility. Internship opportunities are available in the departments listed below. Interns may work up to 30 hours per week at $13.47 hourly. To apply, complete the following application. In your application, please specify which department you are interested in interning for as well as one paragraph on how this internship will help your future career goals. All applicants must also provide a resume and two professional references. Applications submitted without all components will not be considered. Any questions regarding the summer internship program may be submitted to humanresources@ddcwsa.com.
Department descriptions:
Water Operations: Work alongside licensed water operators and laboratory analysts and assist in the operations and monitoring of water treatment equipment and processes to ensure the delivery of clean and safe drinking water to the community.
Interest areas: Chemistry, Environmental Science, Laboratory Science, Public Health, and Community Wellbeing.
Wastewater Operations: Assist a team of licensed wastewater operators and water treatment specialists in the treatment of contaminated water by breaking down contaminants in wastewater, so our communities receive safe, clean water in their homes and businesses. This job combines mechanical knowledge, safety, maintenance, governmental regulations, water treatment, chemical handling, sample testing, first aid, and more.
Interest areas: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Laboratory Science, Public Health, Data Collection, and Equipment Maintenance.
Maintenance: Work as part of a team of water maintenance professionals in performing construction, maintenance and repair duties, including hydrant maintenance, replacement and repair, water main repair and replacement, flow testing, well maintenance, meter reading, and new service installations.
Interest areas: Heavy equipment operations, Mechanics, Construction, civil engineering, Customer Service, Water Distribution, Environmental Science, and Community Wellbeing.
Engineering: Work alongside project engineers and engineering technicians in the planning, designing, and managing of infrastructure systems related to the safe and efficient distribution and treatment of water.
Interest areas: Civil Engineering, Technology, Environmental Science, Water Distribution, Water Treatment, Planning and design, Project Management
Communications: Assist the Authority’s communications team in fostering transparent and open dialogue with our community by providing accurate and timely information regarding our services and ensuring public trust and understanding of our vital role in delivering safe, reliable water while promoting responsible water usage and conservation practices.
Interest areas: Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Social and Digital Media, Public Relations, Community Outreach, and Event Planning.
Human Resources: The Human Resources Intern will gain exposure to various aspects of the HR Department by providing project support in one or more specialties across employee benefits, recruitment, employee relations, and learning and development.
Interest areas: Recruitment and Staffing, Compensation and Benefits, Performance Management, Training and Development, Employee Engagement, Workplace Safety and Wellness, and Labor and Employment Laws.
Purchasing/Inventory: Assist the Authority’s Inventory and Procurement team in managing, purchasing and inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment needed for water distribution and maintenance operations.
Interest areas: Logistics, Contracting, Quality Control, Inventory Management, Cost Management, Market Analysis, and Customer Service.
Information Technology (IT): Work alongside a group of Information Technology experts in managing and maintaining the Information Technology Systems that support the water treatment and distribution facilities, including monitoring water quality data, operating SCADA systems, managing data storage, ensuring compliance with regulations, and troubleshooting technical issues related to water infrastructure operations and administrative technology systems.
Interest areas: Technology, Computer science, Cybersecurity, Data Analysis, Network Administrations, Information Security, and Customer Service.
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