Internship Program Job at Lvvwd, Las Vegas, NV

  • Lvvwd
  • Las Vegas, NV

Job Description

Launch your career with an internship at the Las Vegas Valley Water District! Our internship program gives students and recent graduates hands‑on experience, meaningful projects, and opportunities to work alongside professionals who help deliver safe, reliable water service to Southern Nevada. Build valuable skills, explore career paths, and make a meaningful impact in your community.

The LVVWD internship program

For more than 40 years, the Las Vegas Valley Water District has offered one of Nevada's premier internship programs. As the region's primary water provider, we offer paid internships across a wide range of disciplines, including engineering, environmental science, legal studies, fleet services, hydrology, operations, and more.

Interns gain meaningful, hands‑on experience by contributing to real projects that support the District's mission while building the skills and professional experience needed for successful careers.

Internship opportunities are available at five locations across Southern Nevada, including the Las Vegas Valley Water District, Southern Nevada Water Authority, and Springs Preserve, giving students exposure to diverse facilities, teams, and operational environments.

Why intern with LVVWD?

Our internship program offers more than just work experience—it gives you the opportunity to build your career alongside some of the nation’s leading water utility professionals. You'll receive mentorship, take on meaningful projects, and tackle real-world challenges that help you develop the skills employers value most.

Whether you're interested in engineering, environmental science, data analysis, operations, or another field, you'll gain hands‑on experience that builds practical, technical, and professional skills you can apply across STEM and public‑sector careers. By the time you graduate, you'll have real experience that sets you apart from your peers.

Best of all, our internships are paid and offer the flexibility to balance work with school. Interns generally work around 25 hours per week during the academic year, with the option to work up to 40 hours per week during school breaks.

Who can apply

All candidates must complete a standardized interview process. Only candidates who meet the eligibility requirements will be considered.

Eligibility Requirements

Be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or trade school program.

Be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester at the undergraduate level or 3 credit hours per semester at the graduate level.

Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher .

Be available to work up to 25 hours per week .

Possess a valid Nevada driver's license .

Be legally authorized to work in the United States, including authorization to work off campus.

Our programs

The Las Vegas Valley Water District's Internship Program provides meaningful learning and career development opportunities for students and individuals pursuing a variety of educational and technical paths. The program welcomes participants from diverse academic disciplines and technical training programs, offering practical, hands‑on experience while supporting the District's mission. Opportunities are available at various stages of education and professional development, helping participants build valuable skills and explore potential career paths.

The program includes the following internship categories:

Undergraduate Interns

Students pursuing an associate degree, bachelor's degree, or vocational/trade school program related to District operations are eligible to participate. Undergraduate interns may remain in the program throughout their studies, until they complete their degree, certification, or other recognized credential.

Graduate Interns

Students enrolled in a master's or doctoral program may continue in the program throughout their graduate studies, gaining valuable experience related to their field of study and career goals.

Summer Interns

College, university, and trade school students pursuing higher education or technical certifications may participate in the program during their summer break.

Summer Hires

Summer Hire opportunities are available to Southern Nevada high school students who are at least 16 years old. These seasonal positions are typically posted in March each year, and the number of available openings is limited.

Throughout their time with the District, interns receive ongoing feedback, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to enhance their skills, support their career growth, and prepare them for future success in the workforce.

Ready to launch your career journey?

From laboratories and treatment facilities to offices and field operations, our interns gain hands‑on experience in a variety of work environments that align with their interests, skills, and career aspirations.

Las Vegas Valley Water District
Southern Nevada Water Authority
Springs Preserve
Alfred Merritt Smith Water Treatment Facility
River Mountains Water Treatment Facility
Throughout Southern Nevada

Find out what it's really like to intern with us. Hear it straight from our interns!

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Job Tags

Work experience placement, Summer work, Summer holiday, Seasonal work, Summer internship

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