Water Treatment Intern - Summer 2026

At Jacobs, we challenge what's currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you'll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people. As a Water Operator Intern, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services - uninterrupted. Based in Waterbury, CT, you'll have the opportunity to learn a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a drinking water treatment plant including maintenance of equipment and quality control testing. You'll be able to help contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges that may arise in municipal facilities. You'll learn how to operate treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water, observe variations in operating conditions, and interpret meter and gauge readings. You'll also gain experience in collecting samples, maintaining shift logs, and performing other duties as required. Most importantly, you'll take action to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of you and your team.

• Basic understanding of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to enter data into a maintenance management system
• Must be 18 years of age or currently enrolled undergraduate or technical college student
• Enrollment in Utility Management courses Ideally, you'll also have:
• Self-driven time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work outside for extended periods of time
• Safe work practices

Working Conditions:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.