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Internships in Water

Water agencies and districts across the nation offer a range of internships and employment opportunities for aspiring water professionals. If you're passionate about shaping the future of the water industry, explore the resources below to get started.

​Here, you'll find links to organizations and agencies within California, Nevada, and Hawaii that currently offer—or have previously offered—opportunities in the water sector. Some opportunities may be open or closed depending on the timing of your visit.
California Water Internships
Nevada Water Internships
Hawaii Water Internships
California
Los Angeles
Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority
Santa Margarita Water Authority
   
San Diego 
San Diego Coastkeeper
​San Elijo Joint Powers Authority
​Sweetwater Authority

Other Counties
State Water Resources Control Board
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California Institute for Water Resources

Alameda County Water District​
Nevada
Las Vegas
Clark County Water Reclamation District

Nevada Department of Transportation
Hawaii
Oahu
Hui o Ko`olaupoko (HOK)
Hawaii Department of Transportation
Honolulu Board of Water Supply

Education Programs

Below are colleges that offer specialized education programs that prepare students for positions in water/wastewater technology, conservation, management and engineering. From water resource managers to treatment plant technicians, the water industry offers a wide range of career options at all education levels.
California  
San Diego 
Cuyamaca College – Center for Water Studies
Palomar College – Water and Wastewater Technology
Mt. San Jacinto College – Water Technology


Orange County
Santiago Canyon College – Water and Wastewater Technology
Saddleback College – Water Resources and Conservation

Los Angeles
Citrus College – Water Technology​
Los Angeles Trade-Technical College - Wastewater Technology

Nevada  
Las Vegas
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Water Resources Management
College of Southern Nevada – Water-Wastewater Treatment


Hawaii
​Honolulu

Wastewater Alternatives & Innovations - Wastewater Training
​University of Hawaii - Natural Resources + Environmental Management


Scholarships in Water

Scholarship opportunities in the water industry.
College Students
Cal Water
Streetwater Authority
Nevada Water Resources Association
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High School Students
Cal Water

Water Career Guide

Explore our career guide to find out what water careers are available at different education levels:
Careers in water
"Not only were the students able to get their hands dirty [in the Stormwater Quality Leadership™ Program], but they were trained on what stormwater professionals do. They can wear their experience like a badge of honor!"
        - Javier Ayala,
CTE Coordinator, Santa Ana Unified School District
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Since 2013, the Poseidon Education team has been facilitating student groups to develop sustainable solutions in the areas of water quality, while connecting students with career path opportunities. ​Our programs train students to collect data, analyze results, develop solutions and present their work with purpose. We partner with local water authorities, engineering organizations and municipalities to fund hands-on real-world programs. Poseidon Education trains and certifies the classroom teacher to lead students in 5th-12th to develop real-world technical skills and discover future career opportunities as water quality leaders. Learn more. 
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  • Programs
    • Stormwater Quality Program
    • Water Resources Program
    • Stormwater Capture Program
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    • WaterWorks: Dig In Program
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    • Events
  • ABOUT US
    • About Us
    • In the News
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