About the role#
As a Civil Engineer Intern, you will work on water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This full-time, paid summer internship provides hands-on experience in engineering design, project coordination, and technical research. You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams to support project execution from concept to completion.
What you'll do#
- Apply departmental design guides, engineering codes, and company standards to project tasks.
- Coordinate with project teams to support the design and construction of infrastructure.
- Perform research to recommend specific equipment or materials.
- Prepare basic engineering calculations using standard principles.
- Assist in the development of project schedules, cost estimates, and engineering deliverables.
- Learn to use engineering software, design tools, and digital delivery methods.
- Balance the needs of internal project leadership while learning about external client interests.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program with an emphasis in Structural, Environmental, Transportation, or Geotechnical engineering.
- Basic knowledge of engineering design principles, construction practices, and industry technology trends.
- Coursework in water/wastewater, hydraulics, and fluid mechanics is preferred.
- A 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, including a background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Cincinnati, Ohio; Columbus, Ohio; Indianapolis, Indiana; Bloomington, Minnesota.
- Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Black & Veatch
Black & Veatch provides engineering services across multiple sectors. The company operates as a privately held organization with over 10,000 employees. It maintains its headquarters in Overland Park, Kansas. Founded in 1915, the firm focuses on projects including security.
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