Water Engineer Intern

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

We are currently seeking an engineering intern to join our Water Business Line in our Austin or San Antonio office!

We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. Around the world, we’re feeling the effects of climate change, rapid urbanization, and loss of biodiversity. Our team assists municipalities and private clients with designing and constructing resilient infrastructure for their water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.

Role accountabilities:

In this role, responsibilities include evaluating, planning, and designing projects for water, wastewater, and stormwater treatment and conveyance. You will also be responsible for assessing, developing, and supporting the design of facilities and infrastructure by assisting with field investigations, performing calculations, writing technical memos, assembling drawings, writing specifications, and helping with construction phase services. You will also be involved in troubleshooting processes and optimizing operations. This role involves problem solving and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams.

In addition to the responsibilities mentioned, you will also: 

• Support preparation of reports, presentations, and other audio-visual materials, and participate in client meetings. 
• Ensure project compliance with all Arcadis practices and quality, health and safety standards, and facilitate coordination for timely completion and submission of projects on time and budget. 
• Work independently and as part of a team, with the flexibility to accommodate collaboration with team members across the U.S. and internationally. 
• Learn and use digital tools to enhance customer experience, team and client collaboration, and project delivery including configuration and deployment of SharePoint and Building Information Modeling (BIM). 

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications: 

• Pursuing a BS in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering, or another closely related academic discipline. 
• Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water/wastewater/stormwater.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.