Capital Improvement Planning Graduate Intern

Compensation

$21.68 - $21.68(Based on Experience)

Summary

The Capital Improvement Planning Graduate Intern will support the development of portfolio level risk management tools for GLWA's Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This role provides hands-on experience with project delivery processes, risk identification, project controls, and program-level reporting. The intern will work closely with the CIP group to gather risk information, support data integration, and produce analyses that inform leadership decisions.

Job Responsibilities

- Create dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate program-level risk insights.- Collect, organize, and refine risk, schedule, and budget data for portfolio analysis.- Participate in risk identification and quantification workshops and document key outcomes.- Conduct structured interviews with subject matter experts to gather, validate, and evaluate risk factors.- Support development and testing of the Program Management Information System (PMIS) features related to risk and reporting.- Join occasional field visits with the CIP group to better understand infrastructure operations and risk drivers.- Location: Work station in the administrative offices of the Water Resource Recovery Facility (9300 West Jefferson Ave, Detroit), with eligibility for hybrid work if the intern has reliable internet and a quiet, professional remote workspace.

Required Education and Experience

At the time of application, applicant must:

Currently enrolled in a master’s or doctoral degree program with an accredited college or universityCurrently enrolled in a related degree program to the internship in which they are applyingA student in good standing and classified by their institution as a rising sophomore or higherAble to commit to working at least 20 hours per weekAble to commit to the intern position for a minimum of two months

Preferred Experience and Education:

Enrolled in a graduate degree program in engineering or construction management.Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Experience or interest in project controls, risk management, or data‑driven problem solving.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with technical and non‑technical teams.