Treatment Intern - Summer 2026
Interested in gaining hands-on experience in wastewater treatment? NEW Water, the brand of the Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District, is seeking a Treatment Intern to support daily operations of our wastewater treatment process and learn from industry professionals.
Details about the position:
NEW Water is looking for a Treatment Intern who will be responsible for assisting operations staff in troubleshooting equipment and process issues, perform rounds on various equipment and processes while processing data spreadsheets to monitor their operation, and collect samples throughout the wastewater treatment process.
Approximate start date for this position is May 2026 or when schedule permits. This can be a year-round position with part-time hours during the academic year and full-time hours during the summer.
Hiring Range: $17.82 - $20.35 per hour
Full Salary Range: $17.82 - $25.16 per hour
*2026 Approved Salary Range*
For a complete job description, please contact Human Resources at HR@newwater.us
Education Requirements:
- High School Education or equivalent
- Candidate must be working towards an associate or bachelor's degree in Environmental science, waste management, wastewater treatment, or a related field.
Who We Are:
NEW Water is a public utility that provides regional clean water services to 15 municipal customers, serving approximately 239,000 residents throughout a 285-square-mile area. NEW Water embraces cultural attributes of Safety, Team, Respect, and Environment, as we strive to protect our most valuable resource, water. Proudly serving our community since 1931, NEW Water provides an essential service to protect public health, our precious waterways, and support economic development. NEW Water cleans an average of 41 million gallons a day, so that our community can do laundry, flush the toilet, and run their businesses whenever they want knowing that the receiving waters are being protected.