Regional Career Readiness Offerings
Minnesota’s Region 5 offers a wide variety of supplemental programming to area high schools to help support career readiness. Use the search below to learn more about the various program and connect with that program’s contact to learn more about including it at your school. View the regional calendar to see upcoming events, too.
For more information on these program partners, please contact Bart Graves at Sourcewell.
BPU - Wastewater/Water Intern
City of Brainerd
Job Description
NATURE OF WORK: Brainerd Public Utilities is currently accepting applications for a Wastewater/Water Intern. Primary duties are to assist the Wastewater/Water crew with day-to-day activities and related special projects. EXAMPLES OF WORK: • Assist Wastewater/Water personnel in Plant operations and maintenance and distribution maintenance. • Daily rounds of Plant equipment for proper operation. • Lift station maintenance and cleaning. • Laboratory duties as needed. • Perform other duties as directed. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Enrolled in a post-secondary education pursuing a degree or certificate in Wastewater/Water Technology or a closely- related field. • Valid MN driver’s license. • Physical ability for frequent bending and lifting. • Awareness of traffic flow is required. • Preference will be given to those who qualify for the Sourcewell Internship Program TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT*: Starting salary is $18 - $20 per hour DOQ. This is an internship (temporary) position with flexible dates between mid-May through August. Work hours are generally 7 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week (no overtime).
