Suiki Kikou: 57% National Water Purification Share! 100-Year-Anniversary Engineering Firm Opens Applications for 1-Day Internship for Science Students

Suiki Kikou Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Setagaya-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Toru Furukawa; hereinafter "Suiki Kikou"), which primarily engages in the design, construction, and management of water and sewage facilities as well as environmental conservation and sanitation facilities, has announced the commencement of applications for its "1-Day Job Experience (Internship)" program. The internship, aimed at science students (graduating in 2028), will be held sequentially starting summer 2026.

This year's internship offers participants the opportunity to experience one of three roles: electrical design, water quality technology, or construction management at water purification plants.

【The Appeal of Working at Suiki Kikou – A Water Treatment Professional】

Since its founding in 1924, our company has led Japan's water supply industry for nearly 100 years as a comprehensive water treatment engineering firm.

Industry-leading market share and technical expertise: Our equipment and systems are used in water purification plants of all sizes across Japan, boasting a 57% national market share and one of the largest product lineups in the industry.

100% retention rate for new graduates within three years: We provide a supportive environment for young engineers to grow, including a 2.5–3 month hands-on training program for new hires, a mentor system supported by senior employees, and robust self-development support (including certification assistance). For the past three years, we have achieved a 100% retention rate among new employees.

A comfortable work environment: With an average tenure of 13 years, an average of 14.4 paid vacation days taken per employee, and a turnover rate of 3.8%, we are committed to creating a stable and secure workplace.

For this 1-day job experience, we have prepared three practical courses that allow participants to experience the behind-the-scenes operations of water treatment facilities and the work of the engineers who operate them. Students without prior experience in water treatment are also welcome.

【1-Day Job Experience Program Overview】

【1-Day Job Experience: Understanding Electrical Design in the Water Treatment Industry】 Overview

Experience the role of electrical design, which brings 'life' to water treatment plants. Through practical workshops using real equipment (such as booster pumps and water level sensors) and PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) to create ladder diagrams for operation control circuits, participants will experience the joy of creation when their designs work as intended.

Schedule

August 7, 2026 (Fri), August 25 (Tue), September 16 (Wed), 2026

Program Content

〇 Industry and company overview

〇 Introduction to electrical design roles

〇 Hands-on experience using actual equipment

〇 Reflection session on job experience

〇 Roundtable discussion with young employees

Venue: Suiki Kikou Head Office (5-48-16 Sakuragaoka, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 156-0054)

【1-Day Job Experience: Designing Equipment for New Water Purification Plants Based on Water Quality】 Overview

Work alongside technical staff to design appropriate water treatment flows based on raw water quality data. Through hands-on experiences such as coagulation tests (using coagulants to aggregate turbidity) and filtration experiments using PET bottles, participants will gain insight into the depth of water treatment engineering and discover inspiration for their future careers.

Schedule

August 5, 2026 (Tue), August 21 (Fri), September 14 (Mon), 2026

Program Content

〇 Industry and company overview

〇 Hands-on experience with actual lab experiments (coagulation test, filtration experiment)

〇 Introduction to treatment flow design

〇 Lunchtime roundtable discussion with technical staff

Venue: Suiki Kikou Head Office (5-48-16 Sakuragaoka, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 156-0054)

【1-Day Job Experience: Discovering the Field of Water Treatment – Construction Management】 Overview

Visit an operational water purification plant to observe and experience construction management work firsthand. Young employees will personally guide participants and answer any questions about on-site operations.

Schedule

September 9, 2026 (Wed); ※ Second session scheduled for winter

Program Content

〇 Industry and company overview

〇 Introduction to construction management roles

〇 Water purification plant tour

〇 Roundtable discussion with young employees

Venue: Water purification plant (※ Details will be provided to participants)

【Application Requirements (All Courses)】

Target: Students enrolled in science faculties

Benefits: Transportation expenses reimbursed, lunch provided (no daily allowance)

Attire: Casual clothing acceptable. ※ Workwear or lab coats will be provided as needed depending on the course.

Application Method: Please reserve via the entry page below (※ In case of high demand, selection will be by lottery).

Application Period: Applications are now open for each internship role.

For details, please visit our recruitment website.

▼ Entry and Details Here

【Entry Form】

https://public.n-ats.hrmos.co/suiki/pages/2105474364610772992

【Internship Information】

https://public.n-ats.hrmos.co/suiki/pages/2111329306679963648

【Last Year's Internship Highlights】

【Past Internship Participant Testimonials】

＜Student who participated in the water quality internship＞

・"I was interested in the water industry, but I never expected to experience actual water purification processes to this extent. During the experiment workshop, I was able to apply knowledge from my university classes, but I also realized the difficulty of designing actual equipment. The candid discussions with senior employees about company culture and work environment helped me form a concrete image of life after joining the company. My interest in Suiki Kikou has increased significantly since participating."

・"The hands-on experience of designing water treatment equipment during the experiment workshop was very impressive. While arranging the steps seemed simple, articulating why a particular sequence was chosen proved more difficult than expected, giving me a real sense of the depth of field operations. My understanding of Suiki Kikou's work has deepened considerably compared to before the internship."

＜Student who participated in the construction management internship＞

・"I participated while broadly exploring infrastructure industries, and my impression of Suiki Kikou changed dramatically. The senior employees were very approachable and answered every question with care, making me feel this is a workplace where I can安心 work. The program allowed me to deeply understand the industry, company, and job content all at once, making it a valuable experience that benefited my entire job search."

【About Suiki Kikou Co., Ltd.】

"With passion that connects people and the Earth 100 years into the future, we create smile-filled environments through technology and products, contributing to society."

For nearly 100 years since its founding in 1924, the company has been engaged in businesses related to water—an essential resource for humanity and the Earth's environment.

Company Name: Suiki Kikou Co., Ltd.

Founded: August 1924

Established: January 1936

Capital: 1.947 billion JPY

Employees: 1,029 (as of March 31, 2026, consolidated)

Representative: President & CEO Toru Furukawa

Head Office: 5-48-16 Sakuragaoka, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 156-0054

Tel. 03-3426-2131 (Main) Fax. 03-3427-3388

URL https://www.suiki.co.jp