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Compensation
$30–34/hr
Location
Davenport, IA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Internship
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Engineering Intern will support Iowa American Water engineers and operational staff on water and wastewater projects. The role includes assisting with capital improvement project inspections and updates, running Pipeline Replacement Planner simulations, and contributing to technical work such as hydraulic modeling, design drawing reviews, and field observations. Candidates must be enrolled in a civil engineering or engineering undergraduate program and have completed at least one year of engineering coursework.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Attention to Detail, nice to haveTime Management, nice to haveCollaboration, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveComputer Proficiency, nice to haveDatabase Proficiency, nice to haveSoftware Proficiency, nice to haveOrganization, nice to haveAdministrative Skills, nice to haveAnalytical Skills, nice to haveProblem Solving, nice to have

Qualifications

Civil Engineering or Engineering Undergraduate Program, nice to have1 Year Engineering Coursework, requiredValid Driver's License, nice to haveBackground Check, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

Requisition ID: [[id]] * Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals. We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey. * About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. Primary Role About the Internship: Join Iowa American Water as an Engineering Intern and explore exciting career opportunities in the water and wastewater field. As the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., American Water (NYSE: AWK) has been providing safe, clean, reliable, and affordable services since 1886. We serve over 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. Our 6,500 professionals leverage their expertise and our national scale to deliver excellent results for customers, employees, investors, and stakeholders. Why American Water? * Growth and Investment: We plan to invest $30 to $34 billion in infrastructure over the next decade. * Sustainability and Community: We are committed to safety, affordability, customer service, environmental protection, workforce inclusivity, and community strengthening. * Recognition: Featured on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, and recipients of multiple national awards. Learn More: Visit amwater.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Key Accountabilities * Gain firsthand experience in how water utilities support communities and ensure sustainability. * Collaborate with a team of engineers to develop water supply plans, asset management plans, and support various engineering and construction projects for the company’s water and wastewater systems. * Gain hands-on experience by contributing to technical projects such as hydraulic modeling, reviewing pipeline and production design drawings, prioritizing pipeline replacements using the PRP model, optimizing storage tank and booster station records, completing safety training, and performing field observations. Key Tasks: * Provide engineering support to both engineers and operational staff. * Assist Engineering Project Managers with site inspections and progress updates for Capital Improvement Projects. * Run simulations using Pipeline Replacement Planner and provide recommendations _ Knowledge/Skills_ * Detail-Oriented: Conduct thorough analyses and evaluations, and implement timely decisions and recommendations. * Independent Worker: Manage time across multiple projects and deadlines. * Collaborative: Seek input and coordinate with staff. * Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Technical Proficiency: Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases, and software. * Organizational Skills: Demonstrated organizational and administrative abilities. * Analytical Skills: Good analytical and problem-solving skills. _ Experience/Education_ * Enrollment in an Civil Engineering or Engineering undergraduate degree program. * Minimum of 1 year of completed engineering coursework _ Other_ * Valid Driver’s License. * Ability to pass a background check. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in making a difference in our communities. Short Description Competencies Plans & Aligns Decision Making Communicates Effectively Builds Networks Action Oriented * Join American Water...We Keep Life Flowing*™ * American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants* based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,141 open Engineering Intern jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$30–34/hr
  • US median$22–30/hr1,181 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $32/hr, is 21% above the US median midpoint ($27/hr) — in the top quarter of Engineering Intern hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 30 open Engineering Intern jobs in Iowa and 2,141 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Iowa
Experience
Engineering Intern postings that state a minimum ask for 0 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 0 to 1 year (33 postings).
Education
650 of the 2,141 open Engineering Intern jobs (30%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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