Purpose of the Student Intern Program
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission’s (WSSC) Student Intern Program provides college/university students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in their field of study. WSSC encourages active student participation in helping our organization fulfill its overall goal to be world class.
We invite you to join the WSSC, where we are committed to providing you with interesting and challenging work opportunities as well as a supportive learning environment.
Length of the Program
The program is a 10-week hands-on experience that starts in early June and ends in mid-August.
College/University Background Prerequisite
The following are some of the college/university majors that fit well with our organization:
| Work Functions |
Majors |
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Water/Wastewater
Engineering
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Civil/Environmental, Electrical. Mechanical, Corrosion |
| Environment |
Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Environmental |
| Business |
Business, Customer Relations, Finance, Human Resources, Materials Management,
Risk Management, Safety, Supply Chain Management
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| Information Technology |
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems |
| Governmental Relations |
Political Science, Public Administration |
| Communications |
Journalism, Public Affairs, Public Relations |
Requirements of the Intern Position
- Be currently enrolled full time in a college or university.
- Have a 3.0 or better grade point average.
- Successful completion of the interview.
- Proof of your legal right to work in the United States will be required upon employment.
- See specific postings for more detailed requirements.
How to Apply
Jobs available for the upcoming summer will be posted on or about January 7th each year.
- Download the WSSC Internship Application
- Complete and click Submit by Email button at the bottom of the application (Note: Please include Job Number and Title)
- Select Desktop Email Application
- Select OK
- Select Send (be sure to include the last semester official transcript)
- Applications must be received by February 28th of each year for consideration
- You will receive an auto response email from WSSC's Human Resources Office acknowledging the receipt of your email
- Please email any related questions to hr_employment@wsscwater.com
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