About the role#
The Metropolitan Water District’s Water Quality Section is hiring a Co-Op intern for the Water Reuse and Process Development Team. You will support the operation and maintenance of the Pure Water Southern California demonstration plant. This is a part-time position for the Fall 2026 term.
What you'll do#
- Provide field and laboratory support at the demonstration plant.
- Interpret process flow diagrams and review treatment process designs.
- Document treatment processes.
- Collect and prepare samples for water quality testing.
- Perform data entry and organize datasets.
- Conduct technical report writing, editing, and literature research.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited four-year degree program in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Environmental Engineering.
- Sophomore, junior, or early senior status with about two years left before graduation.
- A minimum overall GPA of 2.5 in relevant coursework.
- A valid California Driver’s License and personal automobile liability insurance.
Location & details#
- Location: Carson, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Approximately 8 to 10 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Work should be scheduled in blocks of at least four hours. Summer hours may extend up to 20 hours per week.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is a non-profit organization based in Pomona, California. Founded in 1966, it has served the university for over 45 years. The organization manages dining services, college retail, student housing, hospitality, and real estate. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Surplus funds from these operations provide financial and facility resources for students, faculty, and staff.
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