MWRD’s Internship Program offers paid internship positions. While the main focus is on wastewater management, there are opportunities to gain knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of functions in each department.
Paid Interns
Paid interns are limited to 119 working days per calendar year and receive $18.00 per hour.
Required Documents:
- Letter of recommendation from a class instructor, professor, or Internship Coordinator from current school or university.
- Cover letter stating interest in position.
- Resume.
Eligibility 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.
Candidates are required to submit the Online Internship Application, cover letter, resume and letter of recommendation through MWRD’s Online Employment Center.
Questions regarding the internship program may be directed to MWRDInternships@mwrd.org.
Minimum Requirements
Position Title:
Egan Analytical Lab Intern
Department:
Monitoring and Research Department
Location:
Egan Water Reclamation District
550 South Meacham Road
Schaumburg, IL 60193
Description:
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is seeking an intern in the Monitoring and Research Department. The intern will work in an analytical laboratory analyzing wastewater, sludge, and biosolids samples using analytical instrumentation following standard operating procedures under the supervision of an Environmental Chemist. The intern is expected to learn the workings of an Illinois Environmental Protection Agency accredited laboratory, quality assurance and quality control requirements of analyses, data reporting, and sample handling from receipt to disposal using a Laboratory Information Management System.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Attention to detail
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Basic understanding of laboratory practices and safety
Educational Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program majoring in biology, chemistry, or environmental sciences.
- Completion of introductory organic chemistry courses or equal.
Click on the link below to apply for this position:
https://www.jobapscloud.com/MWRD/newregpages/termsofuse.asp?RecruitNum1=25&RecruitNum2=20001026&RecruitNum3=701
