R&D Engineering Intern

Xylem • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Are you excited to get your hands dirty solving real-world water challenges? Xylem’s Research & Technology (R&D) team is looking for an Engineering Intern to join us in Pittsburgh and gain practical experience in water and wastewater treatment. This is your chance to work on pilot-scale and lab-scale projects, learn from experienced engineers, and see your work make a real impact.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• Curious, self-motivated, and eager to learn through hands-on experience
• Comfortable following safety protocols and using PPE
• Proficient with MS Office and able to communicate clearly, both written and verbally
• Willing to work with common hand and power tools and assist with technical tasks
• Able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of water chemistry or prior lab experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain mobile and stationary pilot testing equipment for water and wastewater studies
• Conduct hands-on water analysis in the lab or in the field using bench-top and process equipment
• Work with processes like Coagulation/Flocculation, Filtration, Denitrification, and more
• Collect and analyze data, prepare reports, and share your findings with the team
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians from Xylem’s global network
• Support technical activities and learn about pumps, valves, instrumentation, and control systems

Benefits

• Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use.
• Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities.
• Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
• At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark.
• We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).
• Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
• Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern