College Co-Op; Csd; Safety

Job Title

Intern/Co-op/Extern Program

The Metropolitan Sewer District posted a number of College Co-Op Job Postings for the Fall Semester beginning August 31, 2026. Please read through all Job Postings and apply for the position(s) you would like to be evaluated for and/or interviewed for as a Co-Op student.

The Priority Final date to receive applications is July 24, 2026. Applications submitted by this date will be reviewed by MSD hiring managers before the posting closes on August 1, 2026. If selected for an interview, students will be notified via email as early as the week of July 24, 2026. All applications are accepted through the posting close date.

If selected for an interview, you will be contacted via the email provided during the application process. All applicants should have availability for work scheduled 32 - 40 hours per week.

To apply:

Applicants must first create an account through  to apply for this position. Please  to create your applicant profile and apply for the College Co-Op/Student Intern opportunity. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with completing your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at .

Interns/Co-ops/Externs for the City of Cincinnati may be performing duties in any potential field within the City's structure. These fields may include office-level work/assignments, fieldwork, and/or civic services. The nature of the work will be based on areas of interest, degree programs, or organizational needs. Candidates should have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

MSD DIVISION OF COMPLIANCE SERVICES (SAFETY) Mission:
To establish a partnership with colleges and universities, exposing as many students as possible to employment opportunities in the Wastewater Industry and help them become experienced professionals in the next generation workforce.

Purpose:

Overview:
Throughout the course of the year a number of college students will join MSD's staff for a cooperative experience. Under direct supervision of the project manager, the Co-Op will perform assigned work by applying OSHA standards and MSD written program regulations to practical applications. The co-op will interact with other office and field personnel, including management, administrative, operations, collection, and maintenance staff.

Expectations and Deliverables Candidates should have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work independently.

Budget:
Desk, phone, computer, salary of student for the duration of their semester (roughly 15 weeks)

Logistics:
The Co-Op will have a workstation at WWC in the Safety Office when there to aid the Safety rep who reports to WWC.

Training:
The Co-Op must be trained on City policies, rules, and regulations. They must also be trained on any MSD Safety programs they will be utilizing including but not limited to Hazard Communication, JHA, Hearing Conservation, PPE, Fall Protection, Confined Space Awareness, and others.

Deliverables:
The Co-Op will provide documentation for completed noise exposure surveys, chemical inventories and accompanying SDS, equipment inspections, and any other task requested by the Safety section.

Learning Milestones:

• Orientation (week #1)
• Needs Assessment (week #2)
• Begin Project Work (weeks #1
  - 3)
• Continuation of Project Work (weeks #4 - 14)
• Perform mid-term review of project schedule and timeline at week #8. Make necessary adjustments to meet project objectives and project manager's expectations.
• Prepare Final Documentation and Report Out (weeks #15 - 16)
• Conclude projects, where possible.
• Provide documentation and discuss with necessary parties to enable continuation of unfinished work.
• Summarize and evaluate lessons learned

Education:

Must currently be a college student actively taking college classes in a Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Information Technologies, Environmental Science or related engineering or science technology curriculum

HR Contact:
Jerrold Ware, Jerrold.

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In order to qualify for the Intern/Co-op/Extern Program, a student must:

• Be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a non-citizen with proof of eligibility to work in the United States
• Individuals under eighteen will require a work permit
• Be enrolled in an accredited institution
• Submit a City job application for employment
• Must pass a drug screen and background check

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