American Water · 19 hours ago
Water Quality Intern
Huntington, WV
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 WinterAmerican Water is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., providing safe, clean, reliable, and affordable services since 1886. The Water Quality Intern will gain experience in environmental management and water quality activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and assisting operations staff.
ConsumerWaste ManagementWater
Responsibilities
Gain firsthand experience in how water utilities support communities and ensure sustainability
Collaborate with professionals to assist with environmental management and water quality activities for assigned facilities, ensuring compliance with all water quality and environmental regulations
Implement and manage monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality/environmental regulations and company standards
Conduct advanced sampling and analysis of water
Analyze data and develop reports, including interpreting water quality reports and records
Resolve water quality and treatment issues at full-scale production facilities and distribution systems
Handle and document water quality complaints
Assist operations staff in water and wastewater facilities with routine production activities, including data collection and evaluation
Qualification
Required
Enrollment in an Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry or Biology undergraduate degree program from an accredited school
Minimum of 2 years of completed coursework
Valid Driver's License
Ability to pass a background check
Detail-Oriented: Conduct thorough analyses and evaluations, and implement timely decisions and recommendations
Independent Worker: Manage time across multiple projects and deadlines
Collaborative: Seek input and coordinate with staff
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills
Technical Proficiency: Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases, and software
Organizational Skills: Demonstrated organizational and administrative abilities
Analytical Skills: Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Company
American Water
American Water is a waste water utility company.
Founded in 1886
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (12)
2024 (8)
2023 (14)
2022 (14)
2021 (15)
2020 (20)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$900.57MKey Investors
Water Research Foundation
2024-02-21Grant· $0.57M
2023-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2017-11-29Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
John Griffith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Susan N. Story
President & Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-12-16
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