Water Infrastructure Intern - The Cadmus Group, Inc.

What You’ll Be Doing 

Cadmus’ drinking water work directly supports US EPA, states, and non-profit organizations as they address critical public health issues related to drinking water and water quality. Our work is on diverse topics such as reducing lead in drinking water; addressing harmful per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); ensuring environmental justice; building water utility resilience to climate change; and ensuring healthy watersheds.  

The Water Infrastructure Intern opportunity is a 10 week paid Internship beginning June 2025. Interns will be assigned to our Arlington, VA office. This position will be a hybrid with three days in the office, two days remote.

Who We Are

At Cadmus, we recognize that solving the world’s most challenging problems can’t be accomplished alone or with cookie-cutter solutions. That’s why we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. On the Cadmus team, you’ll collaborate with leading experts to help our clients across the globe.

Cadmus’ mission is to deploy industry-leading expertise to help our clients achieve extraordinary results that strengthen society and the natural world. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We are committed to advancing diversity and fostering a culture of equity in the workplace and across society, and we strive to maintain an inclusive environment where all employees feel connected, respected, and valued.

Join Cadmus. Let’s solve the world’s most challenging problems together.

• Conduct literature searches and reviews on topics to support drinking water regulation development, water quality protection, climate adaptation, or related topics under the direction of a project manager and in collaboration with other team members
• Collect, compile, and summarize data and information to prepare reports, assessments, and analytical materials
• Perform administrative tasks, such as organizing meetings and taking notes
• Write, edit, and proofread documents or sections of documents, such as technical reports
• Assist on webinars and at in-person events

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate degree program
• Interest in one or more of the following areas:
  • Technical research
  • Public communications and stakeholder engagement
  • Policy analysis, development, assessment, and evaluation
  • Qualitative and quantitative analysis of environmental data
• Excellent writing, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, including setting priorities and adapting to changes in a time-sensitive, deliverable driven workplace
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills
• Initiative and ability to self-direct on assignments
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen. 

Additional Information:

Interns are eligible to participate in the Cadmus 401(k) program if they are 21 years or older.  

The hourly rate for this position will depend on the student's degree level. For undergraduate students the hourly rate is $25 and for graduate students it is $30.

We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.  

Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at:  http://www.cadmusgroup.com