What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern - Water Utility position at City of Madison, WI?
General Description
The Water Utility is looking for qualified applicants for their Engineering Intern vacancy. This is entry-level professional engineering work for Madison Water Utility. The Engineering Internship is developed to advance agency goals and to foster professional development within the engineering career track, providing support and direction in an internship framework. This is a full-time, 8-month internship (co-op style placement) designed to provide meaningful experience and continuity. The internship will include exposure to managerial and policy setting operations and activities, and an introduction to organizational structure, and operations of the Water Utility.
This is an engineering design and construction position with work performed in the office and/or the field in connection with the design and construction of public works projects for Madison Water Utility. Assignments are received from Water Utility engineers who mentor the intern, define the scope of the work, guide the progress of the work, review the work in progress and upon completion, certify the results. The work is characterized by the application of theoretical engineering knowledge and expertise and the attainment of procedural knowledge through on-the-job training and experience. This position will work closely with colleagues and Utility technicians to learn processes and procedures necessary to develop a foundation from which to build expertise in public works design and construction.
HOURS: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
DURATION: Early January through Late August 2026 (8 months)
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently enrolled and in good standing in a bachelor's or master's degree program in civil, environmental, or construction engineering, or a related engineering program.
OR
- Currently enrolled and in good standing in an associate degree civil engineering technology program. AND
- Completion of one (1) year of their Associate degree program by the start of the internship.
OR
- Graduates in a related field since May 2024 will also be considered.
Department
Water Utility
Opening Date
09/24/2025
Closing Date
10/15/2025 11:59 PM Central
