803000-018:Summer Intern, Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement

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, Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement

Job Code:

A0126

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:

Engineering

Wastewater Engineering-Central Administration

Salary Schedule:

INTERN

Cost Center Code:

803000

Grade:

INTERN

Essential Position:

No

Reports To:

Manager, Capital Delivery

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, Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement will support the rehabilitation and construction activities of sewer infrastructure projects. This role will assist with project scheduling, coordination of communications among contractors and agencies, monitoring progress of structural rehabilitation work, and supporting compliance with site restoration and safety protocols. In addition, the intern will support stakeholder engagement efforts by preparing project updates, organizing meetings, and assisting with addressing community concerns related to construction impacts, traffic control, and project delivery.

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:

- Support planning, execution, and monitoring of sewer rehabilitation projects, including trenchless rehabilitation methods such as Geopolymer Lining Systems (GLS) and Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP).

- Assist with project scheduling, resource allocation, and progress tracking for infrastructure rehabilitation activities.

- Monitor construction and rehabilitation work and document progress through reports, field notes, and photographs.

- Support coordination and communication with contractors, agencies, property owners, and internal stakeholders.

- Assist with stakeholder engagement activities by preparing project updates, organizing meetings, and documenting discussions.

- Help address community and stakeholder concerns related to construction impacts, traffic control measures, and site restoration.

- Support preparation of technical documentation, project reports, and rehabilitation status updates.

- Prepare meeting summaries and stakeholder communication materials to support effective project delivery.

- Assist with ensuring compliance with safety protocols, site restoration requirements, and project standards.

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:

Basic civil engineering knowledge, particularly related to infrastructure rehabilitation and project management.

Exposure to project scheduling and resource allocation concepts.

Familiarity with trenchless rehabilitation methods such as CIPP and Geopolymer Lining Systems (GLS), sewer flow control, or inspection processes to support project documentation and reporting.

Ability to support stakeholder coordination through clear and effective communication.

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 civil engineering knowledge related to trenchless rehabilitation methods (GLS and CIPP).

Familiarity with sewer system procedures and rehabilitation activities.

Ability to support project scheduling, documentation, and reporting.

Strong attention to detail.

Effective written and verbal communication skills to support stakeholder coordination.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

Not appliable

Required Languages:

English

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work in confined spaces and active construction environments.

Ability to participate in frequent on-site activities and navigate construction sites safely.

Ability to use or work around specialized tools and equipment as required.

Ability to adhere to strict safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions while maintaining safety standards.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

Basic project management knowledge.

Experience with scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and technical documentation or reporting.

Preferred Education Requirements:

Preferred Majors: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related fields, with relevant coursework or experience in project management or construction management.

Preferred Skills:

Technical understanding of trenchless sewer rehabilitation methods.

Strong project management skills, including task tracking and coordination.

Effective communication skills for stakeholder engagement, documentation, and reporting.

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 .