201003-009:Summer Intern, Emergency Management

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

General

Job Title:

Summer Intern, Emergency Management

Job Code:

A0131

Supervises Directly:

No

New or Revised:

New

Regular or At-Will:

At-Will

Date Last Revised:

12/29/2025

Exempt or Non-Exempt:

Non-Exempt

Compensation Approval Signature:

Union/ Non-Union:

Non-Union

Division:

Department Name:

Administration

OEM-Emergency Planning and Training

Salary Schedule:

INTERN

Cost Center Code:

201003

Grade:

INTERN

Essential Position:

No

Reports To:

Coordinator, Emergency Planning

EEO Code:

Administrative Support

Work Format

Hybrid

Who We Are & What We Do:

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia . We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

Role Description:

The Summer Intern, Emergency Management will support the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) in advancing DC Water’s emergency preparedness, response, and resilience initiatives. This role will assist with the development and maintenance of emergency plans, support training and exercise activities, contribute to hazard mitigation and critical infrastructure protection efforts, and help coordinate Incident Management Team (IMT) readiness. The intern may also assist with stakeholder engagement, data collection and analysis, and interagency coordination with local, state, regional, and federal emergency response partners.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

As a summer Intern, we will provide you with:

- A real-world experience on exciting projects

- Connections with recent college graduates and our company leaders

- Performance of assignments under the direct supervision of a department lead

- Performance of other work-related duties as needed

Your essential functions include, but are not limited to:

- Assist with training and exercise planning, including meeting coordination, exercise facilitation support, and administrative reporting.

- Support the maintenance and enhancement of the emergency management SharePoint site to expand staff access to resources and tools.

- Assist with emergency response plan updates, playbook development, and other emergency planning activities as needed.

- Support DC Water’s mass notification system by helping build message templates, assisting with staff training, and performing related administrative tasks.

- Assist the Planning Section during activation of DC Water’s Incident Management Team (IMT) by taking notes, developing incident-related documentation, and supporting briefings.

- Support stakeholder engagement and coordination efforts related to emergency preparedness and response initiatives.

Supervisory Responsibilities : Not applicable

Key Working Relationships:

Skills & Qualifications:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience:

General understanding of emergency management principles and practices through coursework or related exposure.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Minimum Education Requirements:

Must be currently enrolled fulltime in an undergraduate or graduate program

Must have at least 30 credit hours complete

Must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average

Required Skills:

Basic project management skills, including task tracking and coordination.

Strong reading and writing skills for documentation and communication.

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Effective time management and organizational skills.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

Not appliable

Required Languages:

English

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Willingness and ability to work in various environmental conditions, including outdoor settings during drills, exercises, or field assessments.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

Coursework or internship experience in emergency management, homeland security, public administration, or related fields.

Experience supporting training, exercises, or emergency planning activities.

Familiarity with SharePoint or similar content management systems.

Exposure to mass notification systems or emergency communication platforms.

Experience with meeting coordination, note-taking, and document development in a professional setting.

Understanding of infrastructure resilience and hazard mitigation concepts.

Preferred Education Requirements:

Preferred Majors: Emergency Management, Disaster Management, Homeland Security, Public Health, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, Law Enforcement, or related fields.

Preferred Skills:

Familiarity with the Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS).

Proficiency in project management, including task tracking and coordination.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and remain flexible in dynamic environments.

Eagerness to learn and contribute to a mission-driven team.

The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.*

Your Experience at DC Water :

- Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.

- Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values—accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing.

- Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees’ individuality and unique contributions.

- Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities”. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email complianceada@dcwater.com .