Water Quality Intern

California Water Service

Job Description:

The Water Quality Department can provide an excellent educational opportunity to a student intern. The successful candidate will take a lead role in the planning, execution, and reporting of the 2026 lead and copper sampling. This position can be located in Salinas, CA or San Jose, CA.

Internship Requirements

• One‑year commitment from June 1, 2026, through May 28, 2027

• Summer - full time (32-40 hours per week)

• Fall/Spring/Winter - based on school schedule

• 100% on-site, no remote option

• Eligibility for employment in the US is required without sponsorship (ex. OPT, F1, etc.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborate with both internal/external stakeholders across multiple departments

• Able to perform administrative tasks, status reporting, attending meetings, and note-taking

• Updates department documentation including flow charts, summaries and guidelines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• The successful candidate must be working toward a Bachelor's degree in science or engineering.

• Strong communication, planning, and spreadsheet skills are requirements.

• Good academic standing

• Proficiency in the of MS Office Suite

• Comfortable with technology and ability to learn new programs

• Must be able to work a minimum of 16 hours per week with a consistent weekly schedule during the quarter/semester throughout the internship

• Eligible for employment in the US is required without sponsorship

Salary Range: $25.00 - $27.00

Deadline to submit resume: Saturday, March 7, 2026.

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawai'i Water Service, New Mexico Water Service, Texas Water Service, and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.