203000-030:Summer Intern, Occupational Safety

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, Occupational Safety

Job Code:

A0083

Supervises Directly:

No

New or Revised:

Revised

Regular or At-Will:

At-Will

Date Last Revised:

12/22/2025

Exempt or Non-Exempt:

Non-Exempt

Compensation Approval Signature:

Union/ Non-Union:

Non-Union

Division:

Department Name:

Administration

Occupational Safety-Central Administration

Salary Schedule:

INTERN

Cost Center Code:

203000

Grade:

INTERN

Essential Position:

No

Reports To:

Manager, Safety Operations

EEO Code:

Administrative Support

Work Format

In-Person

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, Occupational Safety will support the Safety department in various initiatives, including coordinating safety training, conducting safety inspections, and creating reports for hazardous waste management. The intern will also assist in the creation of fire books, support evacuation drills, and help organize Safety Day events for all DC Water employees. This role provides an opportunity to build safety knowledge through OSHA, ANSI, Compliance, FEMA, and other safety-related programs, while actively contributing to employee safety and training.

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:

- Safety Inspections & Audits: Assist in conducting field and facilities inspections to ensure safety standards and regulations are met.

- Safety Training Coordination: Support the coordination and scheduling of safety training sessions for employees, ensuring training materials are up-to-date.

- Hazardous Waste Reporting: Help create and maintain reports related to hazardous waste management, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

- Fire Book Creation: Assist in the creation and maintenance of fire books, ensuring emergency procedures are clear and accessible.

- Evacuation Drills: Support the planning and execution of evacuation drills, ensuring proper safety protocols are followed.

Safety Day Assistance: Assist in organizing and executing Safety Day events, aimed at promoting safety awareness for all employees.

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:

Experience in safety-related tasks or a similar administrative role

Basic knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA, ANSI, or other compliance standards

Experience working in an office or field environment supporting safety operations

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:

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail, especially in safety documentation and compliance reporting

Required Licenses & Certifications:

Not appliable

Required Languages:

English

Physical Requirements:

- Must be able to climb ladders and participate in physical inspections as part of the safety audits

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

Experience conducting safety inspections, audits, or working with hazardous waste management

Experience assisting with training coordination or event management related to safety

Familiarity with emergency preparedness or safety protocols

Preferred Education Requirements:

Preferred Majors: Safety, Environmental Science, Construction Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Engineering

Preferred Skills:

Ability to work in both field and office settings.

Familiarity with safety management software or tools

Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA, ANSI, FEMA) and procedures for hazardous materials and fire safety

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:

At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life’s most precious resource in the nation’s capital.

- 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 .