About the role#
The Water Quality Section is looking for a Co-Op intern to join 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 requiring 8 to 10 hours per week during the academic term, with the possibility of increasing to 20 hours during the summer.
What you'll do#
- Provide field and laboratory support at the demonstration plant.
- Interpret process flow diagrams and verify treatment processes.
- Assist with sample collection, preparation, and water quality testing.
- Handle data entry and organize datasets.
- Conduct literature research and assist with technical report writing and editing.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited four-year program for Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Environmental Engineering.
- Sophomore, junior, or early senior standing with about two years left before graduation.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5 in relevant coursework.
- A valid California Driver’s License and proof of personal automobile liability insurance.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site at the Pure Water Southern California facility in Carson, California.
- Work hours occur between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. We prefer shifts to be scheduled in blocks of at least four hours.
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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