About the role#
This is a 12-week summer internship based in Tualatin, Oregon. You will join Black & Veatch to support the operation of a Department of Energy Next Generation Nutrient Removal Demonstration Reactor. You will work alongside engineers and researchers to monitor and evaluate this demonstration-scale wastewater treatment system. This role offers hands-on experience with emerging nutrient removal technologies and applied research.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the daily operation of the demonstration facility and monitor process performance.
- Perform laboratory analyses and conduct specialized wastewater and biomass sampling.
- Maintain research equipment and keep accurate project records.
- Organize and evaluate operational and laboratory data.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an ABET-accredited university in a Chemical or Mechanical Engineering program.
- Pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Biological Systems Engineering.
- Strong background in environmental water, chemical, or biological processes.
- Knowledge of water or wastewater treatment principles or process modeling software.
- Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment, including climbing ladders, working at heights, and navigating uneven or confined spaces.
- Capacity to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding, including a background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.
Location & details#
- Location: Tualatin, Oregon.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Transportation: You must have reliable transportation to the project site.
- Compensation: This position is paid.
About Black & Veatch
Black & Veatch provides engineering services across multiple sectors. The company operates as a privately held organization with over 10,000 employees. It maintains its headquarters in Overland Park, Kansas. Founded in 1915, the firm focuses on projects including security.
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