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We have an exciting opportunity for a Water Production Controls Engineer Intern to join the team! The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting Water Production staff including but not limited to support of staff, Project Engineers, Managers, Supervisors and SCADA Specialists. Activities could include data analysis, design, and the providing of technical support for ongoing operation and maintenance of the Citizens Water Production business. Candidates will have the opportunity to work with Water Production SCADA Specialists in direct support of Plant Maintenance.
At Citizens Energy Group, our Internship Program offers undergraduate students a welcoming and engaging opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience while making a real impact. Interns work on projects that support our business and communities, while also participating in professional development activities, networking events, mentorship opportunities, and site visits designed to help them grow personally and professionally. While some positions may offer hybrid work flexibility, interns are encouraged to connect with peers and leaders through required in-person program events throughout the summer, creating a collaborative and memorable internship experience.
Responsibilities:- Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, engineering codes, and Citizens policies and procedures.
- Develops an understanding and complies with the Citizens Quality Program. Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
- Contributes to preparation of less complex deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope.
- Performs routine research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection.
- Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work.
- Prepares basic calculations following standard methods and principles.
- Work alongside SCADA Specialists in the maintenance and improvement of existing control systems throughout the Water Production and Distribution system.
- Shares information with others as requested. Coordinates with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership.
- Focuses on the needs of internal clients while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Active attendance at a college or university with emphasis in controls engineering, computer science, or related field.
- Ability to work in-person at Water Production plants and/or Water Distribution sites.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Experience preferred in use of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively and successfully with project managers, staff engineers, and other team members.
- Ability to manage project aspects assigned technically and financially while handling multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Completed at least Freshman year level of studies.
Job Posting Deadline: Friday, November 27, 2026
Citizens is a drug-free, Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Water Production Controls Engineer Intern to join the team! The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting Water Production staff including but not limited to support of staff, Project Engineers, Managers, Supervisors and SCADA Specialists. Activities could include data analysis, design, and the providing of technical support for ongoing operation and maintenance of the Citizens Water Production business. Candidates will have the opportunity to work with Water Production SCADA Specialists in direct support of Plant Maintenance.
At Citizens Energy Group, our Internship Program offers undergraduate students a welcoming and engaging opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience while making a real impact. Interns work on projects that support our business and communities, while also participating in professional development activities, networking events, mentorship opportunities, and site visits designed to help them grow personally and professionally. While some positions may offer hybrid work flexibility, interns are encouraged to connect with peers and leaders through required in-person program events throughout the summer, creating a collaborative and memorable internship experience.
Responsibilities:- Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, engineering codes, and Citizens policies and procedures.
- Develops an understanding and complies with the Citizens Quality Program. Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
- Contributes to preparation of less complex deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope.
- Performs routine research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection.
- Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work.
- Prepares basic calculations following standard methods and principles.
- Work alongside SCADA Specialists in the maintenance and improvement of existing control systems throughout the Water Production and Distribution system.
- Shares information with others as requested. Coordinates with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership.
- Focuses on the needs of internal clients while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Active attendance at a college or university with emphasis in controls engineering, computer science, or related field.
- Ability to work in-person at Water Production plants and/or Water Distribution sites.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Experience preferred in use of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively and successfully with project managers, staff engineers, and other team members.
- Ability to manage project aspects assigned technically and financially while handling multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Completed at least Freshman year level of studies.
Job Posting Deadline: Friday, November 27, 2026
Citizens is a drug-free, Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Production Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Production Engineer Internship Search
Apply months before the start date
Large manufacturers and industrial employers recruit summer production engineer interns the preceding fall, with some cohorts closing in October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings regularly so you catch both cycles and don't apply after a cohort has already filled.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Production engineer intern hiring teams expect limited work history, so your portfolio is what gives them something concrete to assess. Document two or three projects with the tools used, the problem you solved, and measurable outcomes, CAD designs, process-improvement analyses, or lab reports with real data all count as role-specific proof.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and reduces your dependence on a single channel.
Practice the technical screen out loud
Production engineer intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering manufacturing processes, materials, or applied problem-solving. Practice answering out loud and walking through your reasoning step by step, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think as much as whether the final answer is correct.
Target structured internship programs at larger employers
Many large manufacturers and industrial companies run rotational or cohort-based internship programs built to train people new to production engineering. These programs recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your target industries and apply in the first wave of their recruiting cycle.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 67% of the production engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through listings, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take.
Production Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a production engineer internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For production engineer candidates, a documented project portfolio showing process designs, CAD files, or optimization analyses gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a production engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for production engineer interns is consistent performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions are made so you can pace your effort accordingly. Position for one, but keep applying to full-time roles in parallel rather than counting on it.
When should I apply for production engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with applications closing as early as September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss a cohort that filled before you noticed it was open.
Are production engineer internships paid?
Most professional production engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Nonprofit and some government placements may be unpaid or stipend-based, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should a production engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used and what you built or improved, for production engineer candidates, that means linked CAD portfolios, process-improvement case studies, or lab reports with measurable outcomes. Add relevant coursework, keep it to one page, and put the most technical evidence at the top.
Are there remote production engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 33% of the production engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and use the work-type filter to see them without sorting through on-site roles you can't take.
Can international students get production engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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