Information Technology - Enterprise Support Intern

MWRD's Internship Program offers paid internship positions. While the main focus is on wastewater management, there are opportunities to gain knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of functions in each department.

Paid Interns

Paid interns are limited to 119 working days per calendar year and receive $18.00 per hour.

Required Documents:

• Letter of recommendation from a class instructor, professor, or Internship Coordinator from current school or university.
• Cover letter stating interest in position.
• Resume.

Eligibility Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program in an accredited college or university and will be enrolled in the 2026/2027 school year.
• Permanent residency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD (students may attend school outside the territorial boundaries).
• You must be a citizen or national of the United States, or an individual who is otherwise legally authorized to work in the United States.

Candidates are required to submit the Online Internship Application, cover letter, resume and letter of recommendation through MWRD's Online Employment Center.

Questions regarding the internship program may be directed to MWRDInternships@mwrd.org.

Position Title:

Information Technology - Enterprise Support Intern

Department:

Information Technology

Location:

Main Office Building

100 E. Erie St.

Chicago, IL. 60611

Description:

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District is seeking an intern in the Information Technology Department. The intern will gain valuable experience with an application development team at a wastewater entity.

Responsibilities Include:

• Learn about analyzing software and computer systems in a business environment.
• Learn the operating characteristics and limitations of common computer hardware and software utilized by the District.
• Learn programming languages and software used in the development of computer applications.
• Learn the principles, practices and techniques used in the documentation of application development.
• Conducts testing of programs and software applications to ensure they will produce the desired information or results.
• Performs revision, repair or expansion of existing programs to increase efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
• Consults with applications developers and other technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems andrecommend changes.
• Confers with team members and clients to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems orprocedures.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Prior experience with Computer and mobile devices.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Programming.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Can work both independently and in a team environment.

Educational Requirements:

Applicants must be a current graduate or undergraduate student seeking a degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or related fields.