Join the Freshwater Collaborative and Veolia Milwaukee on Feb. 7 from noon to 1 p.m. for an info session on summer internships and laborer positions for 2025. Veolia is contracted by the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) to operate and maintain two of the largest wastewater reclamation facilities in Wisconsin: Jones Island and South Shore.
Veolia Milwaukee is hiring six summer interns to work in the areas of wastewater plant operations, asset management, capital projects, wastewater collection/conveyance, or procurement. The pay rate for these internships is $20 per hour.
The company is also hiring summer laborers to help maintain facilities. The pay rate for these positions is $17.50–$18 per hour.
Interviews will take place early February and offers made during the interview or shortly after. Positions begin late May and will take place primarily in the Milwaukee metro area.
Internships Opportunities
Wastewater Operations Summer Internship
Two positions for students (Junior/Senior) interested in the wastewater operation field. One position is in Milwaukee and the other is in Oak Creek, WI.
- Exposure to daily process analysis and decision making
- Sample collection
- Experience lab procedures
- Data analysis
At the end of the internship, you will give a small presentation on the data you collected and the conclusions that can be drawn from the data.
Contact: Brett Kelly, Operations Director, brett.kelly@veolia.com
Asset Management Summer Internship
One position for a student (Junior/Senior) interested in the management and maintenance of process equipment, resources, and programs.
- Assist the asset management department with the execution of strategies for the planning, operation, maintenance, and renewal of equipment.
- Ability to understand and use reference materials (O&M manuals, schematics, CMMS data, etc.)
- Assist with research of maintenance and purchasing history to apply critical thinking and problem solving in support of planning.
- Spends approximately ~50% in office environment and 50% in field environment.
Contact: Sam Meyer, Director of Asset Management, sam.meyer@veolia.com
Capital Projects Summer Internship
One position for a student (Junior/Senior) interested in the repair/replacement of all equipment at the wastewater treatment facilities.
- Assist capital department staff in the development of Material Capital Repair or Replacement Projects (MCRR)
- Ability to understand and use reference materials (O&M manuals, schematics, CMMS data, etc.)
- Assist with MCRR project documentation through photographs and/or other written correspondence.
- Spends approximately ~50% in office environment and 50% in field environment
Contact: Josh Pietryga, Capital Projects Coordinator, joshua.pietryga@veolia.com
Wastewater Collection/Conveyance Summer Internship
One position for a student (Junior/Senior) interested in assisting the maintenance and operations of wastewater collection/conveyance systems, including the deep tunnel system.
- Assist the conveyance department staff in the research/development of O&M repairs and/or replacements of critical equipment
- Ability to understand and use reference materials (O&M manuals, schematics, CMMS data, etc.)
- Assist with project documentation through photographs and/or other written correspondence.
- Spends approximately ~50% in office environment and 50% in field environment
Contact: Choo Teoh, Asst. GM/Conveyance System Manager, choo.teoh@veolia.com
Procurement Summer Internship
One position for a student (Junior/Senior status preferred) interested in various and procurement and purchasing functions.
- Project manage various supplier Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quote (RFQ) activities to maximize purchase acquisition costs for various commodities
- Enhance procurement department activities through improved efficiencies of established processes
- Assist with procurement department documentation and establishment of processes
- Opportunity to learn ERP / Asset Management functions, including management of specific areas
- Efficiency in managing spreadsheets and some practical use in ERP systems is preferred
- Primary role will be based out of Milwaukee at Jones Island
Contact: Jim Peters, Procurement Manager, james.peters@veolia.com
Summer Laborer Positions
Veolia will hire up to 15 summer laborers for 2025. This position includes a variety of routine work, basic grounds maintenance, tank washing and light custodial work to maintain the appearance of the facilities.
- Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
- May 28, 2025 – Fall semester start date
- Wages: $17.50 – $18.00 (returning summer laborers)
Student Requirements
- Must pass a substance abuse test
- Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license
- Candidates interested in the wastewater treatment industry preferred
- Must enjoy working outdoors
- Must be able to perform and complete tasks with minimal supervision
Email resume to tracy.davis-wright@veolia.com