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Water to Work internship program connects students with hands-on training

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Grand Rapids Community College says applications are being accepted for the yearlong Water to Work Internship program that begins August 14th.

It's free for Grand Rapids residents.

Students will gain hands-on experience in the in-demand field of municipal water through the program, which was developed in partnership with Grand Rapids Community College, Bay College and the City of Grand Rapids. Interns work with the City of Grand Rapids Water Department and Environmental Services Department, and are based at the Water Resource Recovery Facility in Grand Rapids or the Lake Michigan Filtration Plant in West Olive.

According to a news release from GRCC:

Interns will make $17.71 per hour, while taking online courses through Bay College and Grand Rapids Community College. As part of the program, participants are mentored by current and retired City of Grand Rapids employees. Completing the program may lead to Michigan Drinking Water and Municipal Wastewater certifications.

“We recognize the value of a strong, diverse workforce, and are dedicated to connecting West Michigan residents to in-demand careers,” said John VanElst, Interim Executive Director, Workforce Training and the Leslie Tassell MTEC. “This model of learning while working is a great example of how GRCC is willing to work not only with employers like the City of Grand Rapids, but also partnering with other institutions like Bay College to provide our community the education and skills needed for rewarding careers.”

The curriculum focuses on water and wastewater operations and management as well as utility management, business, and water career preparation. Additional non-credit professional development workshops are also required.

Additional information is available at grcc.edu/watertowork .

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