Job Description
Job DescriptionInternship Program Executive Summary
The Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc. Intern Program provides students the opportunity to learn and gain practical experience in a hands-on environment within a leading equipment manufacturer in the water and wastewater industry. Students are immersed into the work environment and given real project responsibilities to complete during their internship. These projects provide a wealth of real-world experience, which allows interns to apply knowledge that contributes to the overall success of the business while they develop skills related to their program of study.
Aqua-Aerobic Systems is a growing company with many technological and personal development opportunities. Past interns have continued on with the company for additional internships and full time positions after graduation. We’re continually looking for new talent to join our community and help to further our mission of Protecting the World’s Water.
- Introduction
Aqua-Aerobic Systems is offering internships in several disciplines during the upcoming summer season. Each intern shall undertake activities necessary to the success of the business, as suited to the department they are selected for.
Departments with internship positions available include Applications Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Product Management, Research and Development, Marketing, Finance, or Human Resources. Please indicate your preference when you apply.
- Tasks and Deliverables
Within the selected department, the intern shall meet with their manager and an in-department mentor on a routine basis to discuss the progress and particulars of the assigned tasks. Throughout the term of the internship, the intern’s responsibilities will vary depending on the needs of the department to which they are assigned, however each intern will be solely responsible for their assigned project(s). While input and advice will be available when requested, each intern will be responsible for making critical decisions and managing the work.
Each intern will be expected to summarize their contributions and growth in written and/or verbal format(s) at the conclusion of the program.
As they close out their summer, top performers may also be offered a part-time, remote position during the following academic year, continuing with similar responsibilities.
- Potential Fields of Study
Aqua-Aerobic Systems places a high value on continued innovation, and demonstrates this through our ongoing research and development of new products and technologies and further development of our existing capabilities to service customers now and in the future. The opportunities listed below are integral to this continued innovation. The exact scope of each internship will depend on the status of our ongoing endeavors at the start of the internship.
- Human Resources
Department Objective: To strategically manage the company’s workforce to support overall business goals by focusing on attracting, developing, engaging, and retaining talent while ensuring legal compliance, fostering a positive culture, and optimizing employee performance throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment to offboarding.
Interns within the Human Resources department may be tasked with the following:
- Conduct research on HR trends and best practices, providing support for HR initiatives, metrics and reporting.
- Support recruitment efforts by assisting in the posting of jobs, screening resumes and follow up communications.
- Aid with coordination of onboarding tasks.
- Assist in the planning and organization of company events, team building activities and employee recognition.
Prior coursework in Human Resources is strongly encouraged for this position.
- Additional Potential Opportunities during Internship
Each intern may also have the opportunity for additional experience within Aqua-Aerobic Systems as time permits. These may include working within one of the above departments outside of the intern’s focus, as described above. Opportunities for travel to wastewater treatment plants, or consulting engineer offices may also arise.
- Program Timing and Duration
While the start and end dates are somewhat flexible, each intern should plan to begin their program within two weeks of the end of their term (finals included), and should plan on finishing their program within two weeks of the first day of instruction for their fall term. Throughout the summer, the intern will be expected to be present for 40 hours/week spread across weekdays during normal business hours. Occasionally, attendance at evening events may also be required.