Student Intern - Facility Design & Construction
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC)
Position Information
Functional TitleStudent Intern - Facility Design & Construction
Recruitment Category TypeStudent Intern
Functional CategoryStudent Intern
GradeGS.02
FLSA StatusNon-Exempt
Requisition NumberSI25-022
Number of Vacancies2
Job LevelStaff
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Student Intern
Organization NameFacility Design & Construction
Reports toSection Manager
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryTemporary
Position End Date (if temporary)08/08/2025
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Position LocationLaurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
TheStudent Intern – Facility Design & Constructionwill support theplanning, designing and construction of physical capital assets (water/wastewater plants, pumping stations, storage and transmission facilities, and rehabilitation projects)and a broad range of other project management assignments.
Essential Functions
+ Supports the Project Manager in one or more of the following: managing planning, design or construction projects such as treatment plants, pumping stations, transmission projects, or other facilities;
+ Management of projects to deliver organizational, program, or corporate benefits and improvements
+ Assisting a senior project manager with larger projects
+ Under the guidance of the Project Manager, consults and works with team members from various internal organizations, in the administration of consultant, Architect/Engineer (A/E), and construction contracts and their associated procurement mechanisms
+ Supports project manager in reviewing project technical, management, and budgetary plans ensuring project compliance with corporate policy and technical specifications
+ Assists in reviewing and approving monthly and final payments to A/E’s, contractors, and vendors
+ Participates in project teams, including management review, re-engineering, and policy groups
+ Assists with reviews, negotiations, and finalization of contracts and change orders
+ Assists with preparation or monitoring of project schedules using PERT , CPM , Bar Chart, or other methods
+ Participates in meetings and assists with reviewing and preparing meeting notes
+ Assists with development and implementation of project management strategic plans and resultant monitoring mechanisms
Other Functions
Perform other duties as required.
Work Environment And Physical Demands
+ Ability toclimb ladders, and work in confined spaces and elevated locations
+ Ability tolift minimum of 50 lbs, and utilize appropriate safety equipment and procedures effectively
+ Ability to hear audible alarms and abnormal equipment noises
+ Ability to visually inspect equipment and processes any time of day or night
+ Good physical condition, particularly absence of respiratory and back problems
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and AutoCAD
• Strong computer knowledge and organizational skills
• Positive/ambitious attitude, ability to effectively interact with stakeholders such as consultants, contractors and internal staff
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
College student pursuing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or other related discipline
Additional Requirements
Must be able to use MS Office applications with proficiency
Preferences
Knowledge of water and wastewater systems principles.
SalaryCommensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
A recent college transcript must be uploaded with employment application in order to be given consideration for an internship position.
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
+ * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Are you actively enrolled in an accredited college/university?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Do you have a GPA of 2.5 or higher in college?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Are you pursuing a degree in an engineering discipline?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * What dates will you be on spring break?
(Open Ended Question)
+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
+ Yes
+ No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
+ Resume
+ Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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