2027 Water/ Wastewater Engineering Internship

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Hawthorne Place (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health & well-being plans

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. seeks a Water/Wastewater Engineering intern in Springfield, IL. You will assist licensed engineers in planning, designing, and documenting water and wastewater projects for municipal and industrial systems.

The role involves data collection, field visits, and use of AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic models, and ArcGIS Pro. Requires ABET-accredited program enrollment, sophomore-year completion, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an ABET-accredited civil or environmental engineering program.
• Should have completed sophomore year and be enrolled in a 4-year college or university.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates with supervision.
• Gather data for reports, permit applications, and technical memos.
• Coordinate with material suppliers and manufacturers.
• Perform calculations for water distribution systems and wastewater facilities.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling, and ArcGIS Pro for design tasks.
• Conduct field investigations or site visits to verify conditions.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

ABET-accredited civil or environmental engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydraulic modeling software

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Hanson ValuesIntegrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | InnovationIf you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.Our Springfield, Illinois Water/Wastewater Engineering discipline includes Civil and Environmental Engineers who plan, design, and prepare construction documents for a variety of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Typical projects include water treatment plants, wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, pump stations, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and related utility infrastructure. Design responsibilities may include process and hydraulic analysis, pipeline design, pump sizing and selection, utility coordination, permitting support, and construction documentation. This work often uses software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling programs, ArcGIS Pro and related engineering design tools.Key Responsibilities: Water/Wastewater Engineering interns will be expected to perform the following key responsibilities with supervision and assistance from a Hanson Professional Engineer:Preparing plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates.Gathering and/or providing data for the preparation of engineering reports, studies, permit applications, and technical memoranda.Coordinate with material and equipment suppliers and manufacturers.Performing and/or reviewing calculations related to water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, hydraulic analysis, pump stations, and treatment facilities.Utilizing engineering software packages such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling software, ArcGIS Pro and related design tools.Conducting field investigations and/or site visits to gather information and verify existing conditions.Documenting and/or observing construction operations and assisting with construction phase services.Performing related duties such as writing memoranda, letters, or general reports; collecting and correlating engineering data; maintaining records; and attending meetings.Qualifications:Interns must be actively enrolled in an ABET-accredited civil or environmental engineering program.The ideal candidate will have successfully completed their sophomore year and be actively enrolled in a 4-year college or university.Key requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:Strong written and oral communication skillsStrong analytical skillsKnowledge of Microsoft OfficeValid driver's licenseThe hourly range for this position is $21 - $26 per hour for undergraduates. $30 - $40 per hour for postgraduates.BenefitsOur focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:Competitive compensationPerformance bonuses401(k) with matching contributionEmployee Stock Ownership PlanComprehensive health & well-being plansFinancial wellness plansWork-life balance programsWant to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.CultureWe understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:Monthly educational webinarsLeadership trainingLunch & learn development sessions24/7 access to thousands of skill-building coursesMentorship opportunitiesAward-winning internship programEmployee recognitionAnd so much more!AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO — EMPLOYERWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies/staffing firms. Resumes are only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position.