811003-134:Summer Intern, Electrical Maintenance Services

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, Electrical Maintenance ServicesJob Code:A0110Supervises Directly:NoNew or Revised:RevisedRegular or At-Will:At-WillDate Last Revised:12/23/2025Exempt or Non-Exempt:Non-ExemptCompensation Approval Signature: Union/ Non-Union:Non-Union

 Division: 

Department:

Operations

MS-Electrical 

Salary Schedule: INTERNCost Center Code:   811003Grade:INTERNEssential Position:NoReports To:Manager, WWT, Electrical MaintenanceEEO Code:Administrative SupportWork FormatIn-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, Electrical Maintenance Services will gain exposure to electrical systems and equipment at Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant. The role involves learning about CMMS, conducting field surveys, generating reports, and assisting with electrical system troubleshooting.

 

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:

• Assist with CMMS report generation and field surveys of electrical equipment.
• Shadow technicians in troubleshooting and repairs.
• Collect power flow data and assist with equipment inspections.

 

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:Engineering background, preferably in electrical engineering.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 electrical power knowledge.Required Licenses & Certifications:Not applicablePhysical Requirements: Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to hot temperatures, noise, and vibrations.

 

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience:Self-motivated individual with a keen interest in electrical systems.Preferred Education Requirements: