Water Resources Engineering Intern

About the role

Dewberry is currently seeking a Water Resources Engineering Intern in our Gainesville, VA office for Summer 2027. This is an excellent career opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join a team of outstanding professionals.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to water quality modeling, wastewater modeling, and water quality regulatory issues.
• Participate in floodplain delineation, storm water management, culvert and bridge hydraulics, and drainage design projects.
• Collaborate with a team to work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry.
• Gain hands-on project experience, develop technical skills, and apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios.
• Work on a summer-long group project alongside firm leaders to address issues impacting future strategy.

Requirements

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of water quality modeling, wastewater modeling, and water quality regulatory issues.
• Knowledge of floodplain delineation, storm water management, culvert and bridge hydraulics, and drainage design.
• Previous internship experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office software.
• Able to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

A housing bonus might be available for candidates that meet eligibility criteria.

Skills

At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry.

Benefits

Salary Range: $17.75/hour - $28.75/hour. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.

Program Information

• Summer Intern Program: Gain hands-on project experience, develop technical skills, and put your classroom knowledge into action.
• Work alongside firm leaders to address issues impacting future strategy during a summer-long group project.
• Participate in networking opportunities, learning about Dewberry's services, projects, and clients, and attend professional development workshops.