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This position is open to students enrolled in a Charter School in the High Desert ONLY!
Location: Victor Valley Wastewater Reclamation Authority (VVWRA), 20111 Shay Rd., Victorville
Type: Paid Internship
Schedule: 100 hours, 2 days per week, September 21 - November 13, 2026
College credit is available through a Victor Valley College Work Experience course.
You must be 16 years old for the internship and have Right to Work documents.
About the Internship
Get your boots wet (literally!) with a hands-on internship at VVWRA. This is a unique opportunity to explore the essential work behind clean water and environmental protection. Interns will work alongside seasoned operators and environmental staff, gaining firsthand experience in treatment processes, water sampling, safety practices, and system monitoring.
What You’ll Do
As a Wastewater Operator Intern, you’ll rotate through departments, learning what it takes to keep a wastewater treatment facility running safely and efficiently. You’ll be trained and supervised while participating in:
Field & Lab Experience
Collecting water and sludge samples alongside the water quality team
Preparing equipment and logging data for lab testing and compliance reports
Operations Data & System Monitoring
Compiling logs and inspection data
Formatting charts and observing how trends impact operations
Routine Maintenance Support
Preparing checklists for operators
Shadowing light maintenance like lamp swaps
Helping keep the workspace organized and safe
Process & Pump System Observation
Learning how treatment systems work from intake to discharge
Studying process maps and observing equipment in action
Performance Metrics & System Thinking
Recording totalizer and sludge blanket data
Understanding how these measurements influence decisions and compliance
What You’ll Gain
Exposure to environmental and utility careers
Experience working with technical teams in a real-world facility
A deeper understanding of water treatment, compliance, and sustainability
Supervised mentorship and opportunities to ask questions, reflect, and grow
Qualifications
Interest in environmental science, engineering, or water systems and working with your hands
Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors
Basic computer literacy and strong attention to safety
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
Ability to obtain a work permit
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