California Water Service
Job Description:
Summary:
The Environmental Affairs Intern is responsible for assisting with projects and tasks across the State of California, within the assigned Environmental department. The position will provide support of projects, regulatory requirements, and Company goals, and may work on small projects, as well as large projects under the guidance of a manager within the Environmental Department.
INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
One‑year commitment from June 1, 2026, through May 28, 2027
100% on-site, no remote option
Eligibility for employment in the US is required without sponsorship (ex. OPT, F1, etc.)
Responsibilities and Duties
Provide environmental administrative support for Environmental Affairs department
Provides environmental database management, extracts data and prepares reports summarizing data
Prepares permit reporting, permit applications and compliance plans
Safety culture; use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate
Develops and edits training presentations and procedures in environmental compliance, health, and emergency response
Participates in and supports the Company’s Continuous Improvement program and projects
Performs other similar duties as assigned
Attends meetings and training as directed by California Water Service
Communicates with Cal Water employees from other groups, departments, and districts to collect data, complete requests, and coordinate as necessary
Properly documents work, procedures, maintain records, validates data in information systems and paper files
Presents project findings to senior leadership prior to the end of an assignment
General tasks including administrative tasks, status reporting, attending group meetings, and data gathering and processing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Enrolled in university degree program in Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field, and/or equivalent experience
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Salary Range: $25.00 (DOE)
Deadline to submit resume is Saturday, March 7, 2026.
The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawai'i Water Service, New Mexico Water Service, Texas Water Service, and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.
