Supply Chain - Internship (Seasonal) at Essential Utilities
Springfield, IL
About the Job
Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within our eight-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives who are on the front lines working with customers, to scientists and engineers who help ensure we’re delivering reliable water and wastewater services to our communities
If you’re looking for a rewarding career helping improve our environment and protect our natural resources, we encourage you to join our team!
About Essential Utilities
Essential Utilities, Inc
delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities.
Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states
We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities.
We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.
Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S
JOB SUMMARY:
Are you looking for a Seasonal Opportunity at Aqua? We are currently hiring for full time seasonal clerks available from May through August
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Assist with preparation of MSAs, RFPs, and bid events
Assist with vendor onboarding and relevant documentation
Assist in obtaining supplier email addresses
Contact preferred suppliers for list of items.
Assist with chemical bid prep and analysis.
Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned
Pay Rate $15.00/hr.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be at least 18 years old
Must have a valid driver’s license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Familiarity with computers and work systems such as Microsoft office suite
SAP and intermediate Excel experience preferable
Excellent written and verbal communications skills; communicate effectively (clearly, concisely, and professionally) with customers and internal staff.
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedules
Must always follow directions and implement safety procedures
A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Working conditions may include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents.
Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer
Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
Aqua is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities
If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (
To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to employment and/or assignment of family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to the hiring and assignment of these individuals including, but not limited to:
Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship
Family members cannot work in the same department.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career helping improve our environment and protect our natural resources, we encourage you to join our team!
About Essential Utilities
Essential Utilities, Inc
delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities.
Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states
We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities.
We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.
Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S
JOB SUMMARY:
Are you looking for a Seasonal Opportunity at Aqua? We are currently hiring for full time seasonal clerks available from May through August
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Assist with preparation of MSAs, RFPs, and bid events
Assist with vendor onboarding and relevant documentation
Assist in obtaining supplier email addresses
Contact preferred suppliers for list of items.
Assist with chemical bid prep and analysis.
Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned
Pay Rate $15.00/hr.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be at least 18 years old
Must have a valid driver’s license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Familiarity with computers and work systems such as Microsoft office suite
SAP and intermediate Excel experience preferable
Excellent written and verbal communications skills; communicate effectively (clearly, concisely, and professionally) with customers and internal staff.
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedules
Must always follow directions and implement safety procedures
A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Working conditions may include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents.
Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer
Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
Aqua is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities
If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (
1-877-271-9012
)To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to employment and/or assignment of family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to the hiring and assignment of these individuals including, but not limited to:
Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship
Family members cannot work in the same department.
