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Programs Offered by IEWorks

IEWorks is dedicated to strengthening the water/wastewater workforce in the Inland Empire. With substantial funding from the US Department of Education and the CA High Road Training Partnership, IEWorks partners with Bay Area-based JVS and BAYWORK to leverage their success and best practices. IEWorks will develop a diverse talent pipeline through apprenticeship, internship and career awareness opportunities.

Program Details

  • The IEWorks Internship program is a paid 24-40 hours/week paid internship at Water/Wastewater agencies in and around the Inland Empire.
  • The IEWorks Pre-Apprenticeship program is a no-cost college credit class in partnership with San Bernardino Valley College.
  • The IEWorks Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Internship program is a paid 20 hours/week internship at Water/Wastewater agencies in and around the Inland Empire.

Eligibility

  • Must be a resident of San Bernardino or Riverside County.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older and interested in securing meaningful employment with opportunities for economic growth.
  • Must be able to provide a U.S. high school diploma, GED, or equivalency with translation.
  • Should have a valid authorization to work in the United States, such as U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or an employment authorization card.
  • Must be available and present for the entire duration of the program.
  • Must have a Valid CA driver’s license.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • Males must provide proof of selective service registration.

IEWorks Internship Program

Maurice
  • This is a paid internship for 24-40 hours/week at Water/Wastewater Agencies in and around the Inland Empire
  • You will receive assistance with transportation and safety equipment costs
  • You will have access to post-internship job placement services & referrals to job openings with Inland Empire agencies
  • You will be given referrals to local apprenticeship and civil service testing opportunities

IEWorks Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Jamice
  • This is a no-cost college credit class: Introduction to Water Resource Management (3 unit class at San Bernardino Valley College)
  • You will earn an OSHA Safety Certification
  • You will receive interview prep training, cover letter and resume assistance
  • You will enroll in a Contextual Math Test Preparation Class (non-credit)
  • You will participate in site tours of potential employment sites at water and wastewater agencies
  • You will receiving training in worker-rights awareness and leadership skill development
  • You will be given referrals to job openings within the Inland Empire Water District Agencies
  • You will receive assistance with transportation, safety equipment costs, and other supportive services based on need

IEWorks Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Internship Program

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  • This is a paid internship for 20 hours/week at Water/Wastewater Agencies in and around the Inland Empire
  • You will receive assistance with transportation, safety equipment costs, and other supportive services based on need
  • You will have access to post-internship job placement services and referrals to job openings with Inland Empire agencies
Dimitrius smiling

The internship program allowed me to pursue a career in water by providing the main thing needed to get into the water field – experience. The experience that this program granted me will provide the legitimacy for me to be able to actively pursue a career in water moving forward.

~ Dimitrius, IEWorks Intern

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