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General Statement of Duties The Metropolitan Sewer District posted a number of College Co-Op Job Postings for the Fall Semester beginning August 31, 2026. Please read through all Job Postings and apply for the position(s) you would like to be evaluated for and/or interviewed for as a Co-Op student. The Project plans are included in the Job Postings.

For more information about the different projects please contact jerrold.ware@cincinnati-oh.gov. The Priority Deadline for applications is July 24, 2026. Applications submitted by this date will be reviewed by MSD hiring managers before the posting closes on August 7, 2026

If selected for an interview, students will be notified via email as early as the week of July 24, 2026.All applications are accepted through the posting close date.. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted via the email provided during the application process. All applicants should have availability for work scheduled 32 - 40 hours per week

TO APPLY: Applicants must first create an account through govenmentjobs.com to apply for this position. Please click here to create your applicant profile and apply for the College Co-Op/Student Intern opportunity. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with completing your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627

**Applicants with student visa and OPT, CPT, and current valid EAD at time of hire, are welcome to apply. Interns/Co-ops/Externs for the City of Cincinnati may be performing duties in any potential field within the City's structure. These fields may include office-level work/assignments, fieldwork, and/or civic services.

The nature of the work will be based on areas of interest, degree programs, or organizational needs. Candidates should have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Minimum Qualifications (KSAs) MSD Wastewater Business Services - Information Technology (IT) Mission and Purpose: We wish to establish partnerships with colleges and universities, exposing as many students as possible to employment opportunities in the Wastewater Industry and helping them to become IT professionals in today's workplace.

The Co-op program also serves as a recruitment tool to assist the IT division in hiring full-time IT personnel. Overview and Expectations: The Co-Op will work closely with our IT staff. They will work on projects appropriate to their experience, be given responsibility for real assignments, and be expected to perform in a professional manner.

Assignments could include tasks like: assisting in gathering and verifying device inventory information, creating knowledgebase articles, decommissioning outdated equipment, and providing support on various IT projects. Co-op students should expect to be treated as full members of our IT staff. We will expect them to manage time wisely, plan their work, and complete assignments well and on time.

Students should understand that members of MSD's business units are depending upon them to provide technology solutions in support of their business needs. CO-OP LEARNING EXPECTIONS: Budget: Salary of student; student is tentatively scheduled to work from August to December 2026 Supervisory staff time. Logistics: Student(s) will report to the MSD Administration Building, 2nd floor Training: The student(s) will be trained on aspects of helpdesk ticket management plus device and system support.

The student(s) are expected to have basic troubleshooting skills for Microsoft Windows and Office products. Deliverables: Each student will be assigned to a work closely with an existing IT staff member in support of the Wastewater Business Services division. If the student has completed a previous term in IT, the project will be a continuation of that work.

In addition to their primary projects, students will be expected to perform other related tasks in the Information Technology section. Learning Milestones: Fall 2026 The co-op students should expect to report on their assignments and experiences as required by their schools. They may also need to report on progress to their supervisors during the course of their work.

Qualifications: Associate or Undergraduate student Major - Computer Science, Information Technology, Business or closely related Prefer successful completion of basic information technology coursework or a background in IT beyond end-user experience, such as if they build apps or websites, have built their own computer, or have related skills. Students are required to have full-time availability Jerrold Ware, jerrold.ware@cincinnati-oh.gov Required Education and Experience In order to qualify for the Intern/Co-op/Extern Program, a student must: Be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a non-citizen with proof of eligibility to work in the United States Obtain a work permit for Individuals under eighteen Be enrolled in an accredited institution Submit a City job application for employment Have a valid Driver's License Pass drug screen and background check