Operations Intern

Operations
April 2, 2026
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Job Description

This is a detailed job description for an internship at Central San, a special district focused on wastewater services, recycled water production, and hazardous waste collection. This temporary, full-time position offers a practical work experience in a utility environment.

Internship Details

  • Employer: Central San
  • Services Provided: Wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal; recycled water production and distribution; household hazardous waste collection.
  • Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
  • Location: Onsite in Martinez.
  • Commitment: Six-month temporary position.
  • Start Date: June/July 2026.
  • End Date: December 2026/January 2027.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must possess a valid California Driver’s License.
  • Must have a satisfactory driving history.
  • Must be a current student with junior or senior standing, OR a recent graduate (graduated within the past 12 months).

Opportunity Provided

This assignment offers students the chance to apply their academic preparation to practical work experience within a wastewater utility environment.

Operations Department Specifics

The intern will be placed within the Operations Department.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assisting the front desk with customers and employees in person, over the phone, and online.
  • Providing support to the Plant Maintenance and Plant Operations Divisions.
  • Scheduling meetings.
  • Helping with events.
  • Digitizing records.
  • Processing monthly reports.
  • Conducting industry research.
  • Performing other administrative duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Academic Background

Central San is seeking candidates with majors in:

  • Public Administration
  • Public Relations
  • Public Policy
  • Public Health
  • Political Science
  • Communications
  • Business Administration
  • Other related majors

Skills and Attributes

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to organize assignments.
  • Aptitude to learn and use industry-specific software.
  • Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
  • Preferred: Customer service experience.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit the following documents to InternPOD@centralsan.org:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcript(s)

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