Water Careers Education Intern (AISD)

Internship Opportunities

This is an entry-level, temporary/seasonal position for current high school students enrolled in the Arlington Independent School District's Water Careers Education course/internship program.

• Employee benefits provided to permanent employees are not provided for this position.
• The seasonal part-time status should not extend longer than nine (9) months.
• Work leadership responsibilities do not regularly provide work leadership or full personnel management.
• Financial responsibility is none.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe and assist in a variety of situations, projects, and assignments.
• Perform tasks and functions that are generally routine in nature, with assistance or approval for deviations from routine.

Specific Internship Areas

• Central Regional Wastewater System - Operations Intern:
• Learn about wastewater treatment, including sources and pretreatment of domestic wastes and characteristics of wastewater.
• Gain experience and knowledge associated with collection systems, lift stations, preliminary treatment, flow measurements, sedimentation, biological treatment, and activated sludge.
• Central Regional Wastewater System - RS&C Lab Tech Intern:
• Learn about lab safety, flow measurements, instrumentation, and biological treatment.
• TRA General Office HR/OD Intern:
• Develop training that supports the growth of TRA's staff.
• Use technologies including Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, SharePoint, and learning management software.
• TRA General Office Northern Region Planning/Development:
• Explore topics including TRA drinking water and wastewater systems overview, water cycle, public agency governance, state laws and regulatory issues for water-related systems, water supply planning, infrastructure planning and funding, operations overview, customer billing rates, engineering contracts, pipeline and treatment plant design, easements and right-of-way, construction process, and construction inspection.
• Tarrant County Water Supply Project Engineering Intern:
• Explore topics including TRA drinking water and wastewater systems overview, water cycle, public agency governance, state laws and regulatory issues for water-related systems, water supply planning, infrastructure planning and funding, operations overview, customer billing rates, engineering contracts, pipeline and treatment plant design, easements and right-of-way, construction process, and construction inspection.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Current high school student enrolled in the Arlington Independent School District's Water Careers Education course/internship program.
• Entry-level experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Guidance is received through ongoing detailed supervision and standard procedures.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Physical Demands: Moderate physical exertion with daily lifting requirements of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Working Conditions: Exposure to weather, chemical hazards, gases, and dust.
• Tools and Equipment: Hand tools, various types of automatic sampling equipment, calibration and maintenance equipment, measuring devices, and office equipment.