Regulations & Compliance Intern
Share
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
MWRDs 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 2026/2027 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 to submit the Online Internship Application cover letter resume and letter of recommendation through MWRDs Online Employment Center.
Questions regarding the internship program may be directed to .
Position Title:
Regulations & Compliance Intern
Department:
Monitoring & Research
Location:
Main Office Building Annex
111 E. Erie St.
Chicago IL. 60611
Description:
The Monitoring & Research Department of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (the District) is seeking an intern to assist in identifying facilities that may be subject to Federal Categorical Pretreatment Standards or other significant wastewater discharges that could affect the MWRDs NPDES permit.
Through this work the intern will gain familiarity with water regulations and compliance requirements while developing skills in communication classification and organizational practices
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
- Proficient in Computer Skills (Excel Outlook and Word specifically)
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- An interest in Environmental Science
- Junior or Senior level would be best
Educational Requirements:
Applicants must be a current graduate or undergraduate student seeking a degree in environmental science and or engineering.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Campaigns
- Abinitio
- AutoCAD 3D
- Hardware & Networking
- Customer Support
- Arabic
