Pipeline Program 2026

PLEASE NOTE: THE PIPELINE PROGRAM IS ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO RESIDE IN SPRINGFIELD or LUDLOW, MA.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 5:00PM ON April 2, 2026.

WORK BASED LEARNING PROGRAM

Seeking motivated, hard-working high school 10th, 11th & 12th graders in the Commission's direct service area in Springfield and Ludlow looking to explore career options, gain hands-on experience, improve occupational and technical skills, and serve their community at the region’s largest water utility.

EXPLORE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS THE COMMISSION

Pipeline Interns will rotate through Commission departments/locations. Departments include:

• Water & Wastewater Operations
• Laboratory Services & Water Quality
• Watershed & Environmental Protection
• Engineering
• Information Technology & Cybersecurity

Pipeline Interns will engage in the follow work-based learning activities

• Job-shadowing
• Hands-on learning
• Safety Training
• Mentorship
• Pipeline Cohort Team Building
• Water Operator Training Course
• Utility visits and exposure to variety of industry related careers

Work based learning activities will take place both outdoors and indoors in a variety of conditions. Walking/being on feet for several hours may be required, including for site visits and tours. Safety gear, including safety boots, hard hat, and vest to be provided.

The Pipeline Program is a paid summer internship

• Monday – Thursday
• June 29, 2026 - August 13, 2026
• 7:00am – 3:30pm
• JJSOC Commission Operations Center, 71 Colton Street, Springfield, MA 01109. Interns will report to the JJSOC Operations Center and transportation to other Commission locations will be provided. Arriving on time by 7:00am important for transportation to other locations.
• Pay is $15/hour (32 Hours per week)

DETAILS

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• High school students in 10th, 11th & 12th grade
• Successful applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and CORI check before they begin employment.

More information on the Pipeline Program and intern work responsibilities available on the Commission's website:

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by clicking the “apply for this position” button below. Supporting documentation can be uploaded to the application form.

Please note, Springfield Public School students have an option to apply through their SchooLinks portal. Students that submit through SchoolLinks do not need to apply through SWSC job posting site.

Required application requirements:

• Online application form
• Upload Cover Letter/Letter of interest
  • Topics to consider for your letter: Why are you interested in being a part of the Pipeline Program this summer? What do you hope to gain from this experience? How will this internship support your college and/or career goals?
• Upload completed Springfield Public Schools Internship Pathways Packet - including 2 letters of recommendation (if you are not a SPS student please submit 2 academic/professional letters of recommendation)

Applications will be considered incomplete until all required supporting documentation is received. Documents can be uploaded to the online application form or emailed to: [email protected]

Springfield Water & Sewer Commission Video:

Pipeline Video:

JOB CODE: 1000056