Water Quality Intern (Summer 2026)

Description

Reports to: Water Quality Manager  

Department: Quality and Compliance

Classification: Temporary

Status: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Hours: M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (Hours / Days per week are flexible)

Location: Lewis Center, OH

Duration: Projected 5/19– 8/14/26

Rate: Pay is based on the school year the candidate will be entering. Freshman and Sophomore $16.75; Junior and Senior $18.46

Overview: 

Del-Co’s Intern program provides each student with valuable real-life hands-on experience, coaching and mentoring in a unique industry. Working in our Quality and Compliance department, you will gain first-hand experience in maintaining the health of water lines, reducing sediment and residuals, compiling water quality data, and building a basic understanding of water quality analysis. You will play a critical role in ensuring our customers receive the best quality water.

Essential Duties

• Assist with flushing of water main “dead ends” in Del-Co’s distribution system.

• Perform collection and analysis of water samples in accordance with standard methods and Ohio EPA regulations.

• Investigate and respond to customer water quality questions or concerns.

• Enter data, evaluate results, perform statistical analysis, and prepare reports.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact on a professional level with co-workers and Del-Co customers.

• Ability to work independently.

• Must be detailed orientated and well organized.

• A sense of eagerness and the ability to take initiative and prioritize.

• A valid State of Ohio Motor Vehicle Operators license and an acceptable driving record.

• Willingness to perform manual labor and work in adverse weather conditions.

Desired:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or educational training in a subject related to Environmental Science, Chemistry, Water Resources, or other related field.

• Computer proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office.

DEL-CO WATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of accountabilities, duties, or responsibilities of requirements. Any individual may be required to perform any other job-related activities or functions requested by his/her manager, subject to reasonable accommodation. Del-Co Water Company reserves the right to modify this job description to reflect changes in essential job duties made necessary by changing organizational needs, subject to reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the position. If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Applicants may also apply for this position by visiting Del-Co Water at 6658 Olentangy River Rd, Delaware OH, 43015 or calling (740) 548-7746.