Student Engineering Intern - Water Resources

Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

Job Description

RESPEC, a nationally recognized engineering consulting company seeks a Student Engineering Intern looking to grow their knowledge and experience in water resources. This position involves work tasks that support planning, designing, and constructing various water resources engineering projects. These projects may include work in the fields of stormwater, water and wastewater, and regulatory compliance. Interdisciplinary work with environmental science staff is also anticipated. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, calculations, and design
• Preparation of reports, figures, and technical documents
• Computer-aided design/drafting (AutoCAD)
• GIS analysis
• Field work and construction oversight
• Client meetings/ interaction.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Required:

• The successful candidate must be working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Water Resource Engineering. If you are a junior or senior or a recent graduate (within 1 year) you are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge/experience/course work in AutoCAD (or similar software) and/or GIS.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s license and be capable of field work.

Preferred:

• The candidate should have strong computer skills, especially in using spreadsheets.

Additional Information

Work Schedule: Temporary full-time position, 40 hours per week, during the Summer 2026 break.

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise plus statutory insurance requirements. The typical salary range for this position is $20 to $25 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.