Civil Engineering Intern

Water & Environmental Technologies (WET); Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Water & Environmental Technologies (WET) in Great Falls, MT is seeking a Civil Engineer Intern for Summer 2027. You will work with experienced engineers on real consulting projects, gaining hands-on field and office experience while applying classroom knowledge.

The internship offers exposure to environmental, water resources, and civil engineering tasks, with travel to project sites and collaboration in a team-driven environment to develop practical skills for your engineering career.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering or related engineering program at an accredited college or university.
• Completed coursework in civil engineering fundamentals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of consulting projects throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
• Combination of field and office work and travel to project sites.
• Assist with design and development of civil engineering projects and preparation of plans.

Skills

Civil Engineering student

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Willingness to travel

Education

Currently enrolled in Civil Engineering program

Completed coursework in civil engineering fundamentals

Tools

CAD software

Job description

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Civil Engineering Intern

Intern GREAT FALLS, Great Falls, MT, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1062

Salary Range: $22.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Build your Future with WET

Are you a civil engineering student looking for more than just a summer job? Water & Environmental Technologies (WET) is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer Intern to join our team for Summer 2027 at our Great Falls, Montana office.

This internship gives you the opportunity to put classroom knowledge into practice while working alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals. You’ll contribute to real consulting projects, gain hands‑on field experience, and develop practical skills that will help prepare you for a career in engineering consulting.

If you’re curious, motivated, and ready to learn, we’d love to meet you!

What You'll Do

As a Civil Engineer Intern, you’ll support a variety of consulting projects throughout the Rocky Mountain region. The position will include a combination of field and office work, providing opportunities to apply engineering principles, learn from experienced professionals, and gain exposure to the day-to-day work of a consulting engineer.

Some overnight travel will likely be required.

Depending on project needs and your experience level, you will have opportunities to learn and assist with:

• Assisting with the design and development of civil engineering projects.
• Supporting preparation of plans, specifications, technical reports, and permit applications.
• Performing field inspections, site assessments, and construction observations.
• Collecting and documenting field data and measurements.
• Assisting with surveying, site layout, and other field activities.
• Performing engineering calculations and data analysis.
• Assisting with preparation of construction cost estimates and quantity takeoffs.
• Using engineering software and computer-aided design (CAD) programs.
• Reviewing plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Participating in project meetings and working with project managers and other technical staff.
• Traveling to project sites throughout Montana and the surrounding Rocky Mountain region, as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering or related engineering program at an accredited college or university.
• Completed coursework in civil engineering fundamentals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn new software, technical processes, and procedures.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
• Previous internship, field, or engineering-related experience is preferred but not required.

Why WET?

Water & Environmental Technologies (WET) is a regional geoscience and engineering consulting firm providing environmental, water resources, engineering, and related consulting services throughout the western United States. WET has several offices in Montana, and Wyoming, with projects throughout the western U.S.

At WET, we are committed to developing the next generation of environmental professionals by providing meaningful project experience, mentorship, and opportunities to grow. WET interns have the opportunity to do more than observe—they get involved in real projects and gain practical experience that can help launch their professional careers.

You will work with experienced professionals and have the opportunity to build skills in environmental investigation, remediation, hydrogeology, field sampling, data analysis, and consulting. Our diverse project portfolio provides exposure to a wide range of environmental and water-resource challenges throughout the Rocky Mountain region and the western United States.

If you're looking for an internship for Summer 2027 where you can build your skills, work on meaningful projects, and gain experience that translates directly to your future career, we'd like to hear from you!

WET is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes.

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