Civil Engineer Intern - Water (Charlotte)

Location: Charlotte, NC, US | Requisition: 117736 | Type: College Intern, Full‑Time | Relocation eligible

About Black & Veatch

Black & Veatch is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, procurement, consulting and construction company with over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure. Employees share in the long‑term success they help build, and ownership shows up in how work gets done—safety‑first, collaborative, and accountable. The culture emphasizes flexible ways of working, meaningful development, and a comprehensive benefits portfolio that supports health, financial wellness, and work‑life balance.

Job Summary

As a Summer Intern, you will contribute to water and wastewater infrastructure projects that address critical community needs. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across project phases—from concept through execution—while supporting multidisciplinary teams and advancing your professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and apply departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes, and Black & Veatch policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams to support design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Perform routine research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection.
• Prepare basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in similar engineering analysis.
• Assist with development of project schedules, cost estimates, and engineering deliverables to support successful project execution.
• Focus on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while gaining a basic understanding of external client interests and drivers.
• Develop and apply knowledge of engineering software, design tools, and digital delivery methods.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an ABET‑accredited university Civil Engineering program with emphasis in Structural, Environmental, Transportation, or Geotechnical.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in water/wastewater, hydraulics, and fluid mechanics.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to the assigned discipline.
• Basic industry knowledge and awareness of technology trends.
• Basic knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles.

Work Environment

Normal office environment.

Benefits

• Health care benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; disability coverage; robust wellness program.
• Work‑life balance: flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• Financial benefits: company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑tax accounts, voluntary legal plan, and B&V Credit Union membership.
• Performance‑based bonus program eligibility.
• Employee stock ownership (ESOP) – share in the financial rewards of the company’s success.