Charter Schools

• This position is open to students enrolled in a Charter School in the High Desert ONLY!
• Location: Victor Valley Wastewater Reclamation Authority (VVWRA), 20111 Shay Rd., Victorville

Type: Paid Internship

• Schedule: 100 hours, 2 days per week, September 21 - November 13, 2026
• College credit is available through a Victor Valley College Work Experience course.
• You must be 16 years old for the internship and have Right to Work documents.

About the Internship

VVWRA is seeking a motivated intern to support its Technology and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) operations. This internship provides hands-on experience in IT support, industrial automation, cybersecurity awareness, and network monitoring—ideal for students in computer science, IT, cybersecurity, or industrial automation pathways.

What You'll Do

As a Technology & SCADA Intern, you’ll contribute to several real-world projects and learn from skilled professionals in a critical infrastructure environment. Tasks may include:

Technical Support & IT Operations

• Help desk support: log, update, and escalate tickets
• Assist with troubleshooting hardware and software issues
• Organize IT equipment and maintain asset inventory
• Support setup and deployment of devices and software

Automation & SCADA Support

• Track inventory for control panel components and SCADA software versions
• Organize wiring, cables, and spare equipment in control rooms
• Make basic updates to SCADA Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens
• Collect feedback from operators to improve screen usability

Cybersecurity Awareness & Documentation

• Help create cybersecurity posters or digital campaigns
• Research and report on current cyber threats
• Assist with IT documentation, user guides, and training materials

Data & Network Monitoring

• Input and clean operational and performance data
• Analyze patterns and support visual report creation
• Observe network monitoring dashboards and escalate anomalies
• Assist in mapping industrial networks and updating system documentation

Research & Special Projects

• Participate in special IT or automation projects (software rollouts, upgrades, etc.)
• Conduct supervised research on SCADA platforms, PLC technologies, or cybersecurity
• Help compile and present findings to stakeholders

What You’ll Learn

• Real-world IT support and troubleshooting workflows
• The basics of SCADA systems and industrial control environments
• Best practices in cybersecurity, digital safety, and documentation
• How technology supports infrastructure in public service organizations

Qualifications

• Strong digital literacy and attention to detail
• Interest in cybersecurity, networking, or automation systems
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Ability to obtain a work permit