NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) · 13 hours ago
2026-BWT-007-Eletrical Engineering Intern
The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers. The Electrical Engineering Intern will assist engineers in field investigations, develop engineering solutions, prepare design drawings, and oversee construction projects while gaining valuable experience in the wastewater treatment sector.
Environmental Services
Responsibilities
Assist engineers in field investigations at different wastewater facilities
Work with engineers in the research for engineering solutions, developing plans and specifications for contract work
Assist engineers in the preparation of design drawings, field inspection reports, cost estimates, and making electronic copies of existing drawings and documents
Help to oversee construction projects to determine if the work complies with the contract specifications and to monitor progress against established timelines
Develop a final presentation to display assignments they have been involved with while working as an intern at the DEP Interns Closing Ceremony
Qualification
Required
As of June of the Program year the prospective intern must be a student matriculated in a college or be a recent college graduate (winter/spring term of the Program year)
Preferred
Student must currently be enrolled at a college/university at the undergraduate level majoring in Electrical Engineering
Student must have at least a 2.5GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
Student must have at least a junior class standing
Strong writing skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Familiarity and/or experience with computers/software
Leadership skills
Self-motivation and ability to work well with minimal supervision
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP)
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is a city agency of nearly 6,000 employees whose primary responsibility is to manage the city’s water supply.