Water Quality Laboratory Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $20.69 - $27.96 Hourly
Location : Water Campus - 8787 E. Hualapai Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, AZ
Job Type: PT Regular
Job Number: FY2627-00115
Division: Water Quality Services
Department: Water Laboratory
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/26/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Introduction
The Scottsdale Water Quality Lab has an excellent opportunity for a college student to get hands on experience in a state-of-the-art environmental laboratory performing analytical testing.
At Scottsdale Water, we pride ourselves on delivering superior quality water and service to the Scottsdale community. Our employees ensure a safe, sustainable drinking water system, operate an innovative water reclamation system and help Scottsdale Water consistently maintain its position as one of the nation's most advanced and efficient water utilities.
We value our employees and challenge them to constantly improve how we do business. Our team is made up of professionals from all disciplines - engineering, finance, operations, laboratory science, chemistry, public relations, hydrology, customer service, electrical, maintenance and so much more.
Click here to be directed to the Scottsdale Water Careers webpage.
About the Position
This part time Intern position provides general laboratory support to the Senior and Principal Scientists in the Water Quality Laboratory.
The intern will work approximately 20 hours per week, three to five days per week (Mon-Fri). These hours are during the day.
Please note

• This is a stand-alone job classification and has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Due to this position being part-time, the classification is unclassified, meaning it is at-will and serves at the discretion of the City.
• This position has limited benefits.

Anticipated starting salary for this position will be $20.69/hour.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience

• No experience required for this position.
• Must be currently enrolled or recently graduated within a year from an accredited college or university degree program in a field related to the department in which assigned.
• Preferences may vary depending on job assignment.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Essential Functions
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Work Environment/Physical Demands
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Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits,
Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking
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Are you a current City of Scottsdale employee?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires that you are currently enrolled or recently graduated, within the year, from an accredited college or university degree program in chemistry, microbiology or a related field of study. What is your educational status at this time? NOTE: If you answered A or B to this question you must include this education in the "Education" section of your application AND attach your diploma or current transcript to your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable

• A: Currently enrolled
• B: Graduated within the last 365 days
• C: None of the above

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As requested in the question above, did you attach your current transcripts or diploma to the application?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide the name of the education program (Major) you are currently enrolled in, or graduated with. NOTE: Do not state the type of degree (e.g. Bachelors of Science). Do not state "See resume" in lieu of responding to this question any education referenced here must be listed in the education section of your application if you don't have this education, write quote "None."
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During the school year, what will be your availability Monday - Friday from 6am-4pm?
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Please describe why you are interested in this City of Scottsdale internship, your career objectives, and area(s) of interest in the Water and Water Reclamation industry.
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Please tell us about any other internships or school or professional projects related to water quality or environmental stewardship.
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Please indicate how you learned about this job opportunity with the City of Scottsdale.

• City Website
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Glassdoor
• Governmentjobs.com
• Indeed
• Instagram
• Job Fair (In-Person / Virtual)
• Recruiter
• Other

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I understand that any communication for this recruitment may come via an email from governmentjobs.com and I will check my email junk/spam folders regularly for possible notifications and/or self-schedule interview invitations.

• Yes
• No

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