Summer Internship Office Chief Executive Officer

Position: Summer Internship in the Office of the Chief Executive Officer
SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY!

Summer Internship in the Office of the Chief Executive Officer

Location:

Valley Water Headquarters (5700 Almaden Expy. San Jose, CA)  

1 Internship Available!

OVERVIEW

Do you want to make a difference in your community while also gaining priceless career experience? Do you want to expand your network and build your resume while learning about the water industry? If so, a summer internship with Valley Water may be the best choice for you! Join us and use your talents to help maintain safe and clean water for a healthy environment.

Our Commitment:

We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protection, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:

Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

About Next Gen Career Pathway's Summer Internships:

The 2026 College Summer Internship Program offers students nationwide a chance to gain practical experience while exploring careers in the water industry. Each intern will have a Valley Water staff mentor and will receive professional development training, participate in networking events, and prepare a capstone presentation at the end of the program. Although some positions in the program will follow a hybrid format, with a mix of in-office and remote work based on business needs, other roles may require interns to work on-site full-time in a lab, office, or field setting, as specified in the job postings.

About The Office of the Chief Executive Officer:

The Office of the CEO is critical to ensuring that the CEO receives coordinated assistance in meeting preparation, during budget development, with the implementation of the CEO's Strategic Plan and achieving the goals outlined in the Valley Water Board of Directors' Annual Work Plan. The Office of the CEO is responsible for a wide variety of assignments and special projects that support the CEO and Executive Team in providing leadership, strategic direction, and oversight over the entire agency as well as with key external stakeholders, government agencies and officials and members of the community.

INTERNSHIP LOCATION STATUS:
This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite. For hybrid work, intern must perform their work in the state of California within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in (San Jose, California) by their start date.

DESIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

* Interest in executive operations, public sector leadership, governance, or organizational management

* Coursework or experience related to public and/or business administration, communications, political science, or a related field

* Strong written communication skills, including interest in drafting and/or editing concise talking points, summaries, and internal bulletins

* Ability to organize information and support meeting preparation, including agendas and briefing materials

* Experience or coursework involving scheduling, coordination, or project tracking (e.g., calendars, deadlines, timelines)

* Ability to confidently work with internal and external stakeholders and support communications across divisions

* Familiarity with common office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft SharePoint, One Drive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or similar platforms)

* Ability to manage multiple assignments and adjust priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

* Interest in supporting special projects or events

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND INTERNSHIP TASKS (Representative duties include, but are not limited to):

* Assist in compiling and editing biweekly talking points for meetings between the CEO and members of the Board of Directors

* Support the preparation of agendas and meeting materials for executive, board-related, and internal meetings

* Draft and format the bimonthly CEO Bulletin incorporating key updates and priorities

* Assist with managing and coordinating the CEO's calendar and schedule, including meeting logistics and follow-up items

* Track deadlines, meeting deliverables, and action items to support effective executive coordination

* Conduct background research and compile briefing materials to support meetings and special projects

* Support planning and logistical coordination for executive-level events or…