Water Quality Intern

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Student Exploration and Experience Development (SEED) is a 12-week internship opportunity at Veolia for students to gain hands-on experience in sustainability and ecological transformation. They will work on real-world projects, receive mentorship from industry professionals, and participate in workshops and networking events. The program aims to nurture talent, promote innovation, and foster meaningful connections between students and industry professionals. Overall, the SEED program provides students with the skills, knowledge, and connections needed to make a positive impact in the industry.

Program Dates: June 1, 2026 to August 21, 2026.

Position Purpose: 

Responsible for compliance tasks associated with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and state specific regulatory requirements. Tasks can include but are not limited to reviewing compliance governmental or organizational databases, Veolia internal data and maintaining and accurately updating or changing any database, software program or excel spreadsheets used for data storage.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Ability to perform service line investigations and any planning or follow-up tasks including communication with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Work independently to create and implement schedules using available software and resources.
• Ability to complete field work including entering customer premises to determine water service line material type.
• Assisting operations with the identification or documentation of company owned service line material type.
• Ability to maintain required records, software programs and reports as directed.
• Prepare and present weekly reports of completed work to the supervisor and/or WQ team.

Work Environment:

• This position will work in a variety of environments to include: outside during inclement weather, inside water/wastewater plants, customer premises, pumping stations, roadways and other areas that are required to complete tasks.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Directly related degree, coursework or planned future program in Environmental Science, biology, chemistry or related field.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft excel and word, Google Suite, GIS and using analyzers or tools to determine desired results.
• Ability to prioritize workload and resolve issues using problem-solving skills and analytical techniques.
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management, co-workers, customers, and regulatory agencies utilizing excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with customers and other stakeholders daily and adequately communicate their needs to others while addressing any issues or complaints.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills, attention to detail, neatness, orderliness and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to read, write, create reports and presentations.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize time sensitive tasks.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• Valid Driver's License is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb ladders.
• Ability to lift 30lbs.
• Ability to smell and taste.

Additional Information

Benefits: Interns are considered temporary employees. Medical and basic life insurance coverage is available to temporary employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week immediately following 60 days of service. Employees must elect or waive medical coverage within 45 days of their eligibility date.

Veolia observes 11 holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.