Summary
The King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks (DNRP) Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) seeks a 2026 Summer Engineering intern to support our Plant Engineering team. This role will focus on how to use AutoCAD as well as PDF formats and how they relate to each other.
Our internship is for active students only. To be eligible for this internship, you must be enrolled in a college, or university program for the duration of your internship . For example, if you are graduating from a college or university in June 2026 and are not enrolled for a fall 2026 academic program, you are not eligible for internship but rather highly encouraged to apply for our entry-level job openings.
Please visit Wastewater Treatment Division website: Undergraduate and Graduate Internship Program - King County, Washington .
This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys technical work, wants real experience in P&ID, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, drawings as well as many other disciplines, and is eager to be exposed to the process of transitioning from one drawing management system to another.
This role focuses on AutoCAD drawing clean-up, final plan details, the creation of wastewater related equipment to help produce clear, accurate, construction-ready drawings, and the field verification of drawings in a complex industrial system.
About the Role:
During 2026 WTD will be moving from Meridian Enterprise engineering document management system to the RedEye Platform. This Intern position will work throughout the summer, to help ensure the record drawings are updated to our current drawings in the new system. Interns may perform a variety of tasks such as:
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Generating or correcting drawings to match current drawings
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Field verification of drawings
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Working closely with Plant Engineering to ensure accuracy of drawings
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Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
This position will be located at the West Point Treatment facility. However, they may be reviewing drawings from various Wastewater Treatment Division facilities throughout King County.
About the Team:
This AutoCAD internship serves as a crucial link that helps support Operations & Maintenance (O&M), CAMPS, and capital projects, ensuring that the record drawings are updated to our current drawings.
O&M's needs are integrated into project planning and execution. By ensuring the drawings are updated and current in the new system the AutoCAD intern will contribute to more efficient and effective plant operations and project completion.
Commitment to Equity, Racial, and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial, and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Engineering Intern, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .
for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.
Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:
- Perform AutoCAD clean-up and drawing organization
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Create and update drawings based on markups, sketches, and direction from the Plant Engineering team
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Revise drawings based on field verification
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Support general design and documentation tasks as needed
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:-
Currently pursuing an Engineering or drafting degree
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Basic understanding of engineering principles
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Basic use or familiarity with drafting software
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Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Competencies You Bring:-
Tech Savvy: Anticipating and adopting innovations in business- building digital and technology applications.
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Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
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Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
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Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
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Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.
Required Licenses:-
Washington State Driver’s License
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
- Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant - 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199. (The treatment plant does not have public transit access. Candidates should have the means to get to the plant in a timely manner.)
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Work Schedule: This position may begin as part-time during the current school session and will transition to full-time work during the summer break. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
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Union Representation: This position is not represented by a Union.
Application instructions and selection process: This opportunity is open to college level students currently enrolled and continuing into the fall of 2026 in full or part-time status at an accredited university/college. Proof of full or part-time enrollment status is required . We welcome applications from all qualified student applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
To apply, submit a:-
Complete Application
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Resume
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Cover Letter
- Responses to the supplemental questions
Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
W ho to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Rodney Dungo at
[email protected] .
Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our
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WTD Blog .
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To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
This position is not eligible for King County leave, holiday, insured, or other benefits. Please contact the recruiter on the posting for any additional questions regarding associated benefits.
Closing Date/Time: 4/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
