Civil/Environmental Engineering Co-op/Intern – Water (Summer 2027)

Stantec; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec seeks a Civil/Environmental Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Fairfax, VA or Washington, DC. You will work in a team on infrastructure projects such as water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, and conveyance systems.

You will assist engineers with calculations, drawings, and specifications for bids and construction, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and gain exposure to regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Current student in civil engineering or related program.
• Taking or completed civil engineering design, process engineering, or construction management courses.
• Summer internship position in 2027 at Fairfax, VA or DC area.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers and designers with calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare/edit drawings on AutoCAD.
• Support other engineering/administrative duties.
• Gain exposure to water/wastewater treatment and conveyance projects.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking and prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

Civil engineering student

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. We work on all elements of conveyance and treatment including for potable water treatment and wastewater including resource recovery such as energy production, recycled water and nutrient recovery. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Your Opportunity

As a Civil/Environmental Engineering Intern, you will work in a team environment and have exposure to infrastructure projects which may include water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, conveyance, and hydraulic models. Candidates should be highly motivated and dependable students who are taking or have taken civil engineering design, process engineering or construction management type courses. This is a terrific opportunity for a college student to support several exciting local projects. This co‑op/internship position is for Summer 2027 in our Fairfax, VA or Washington, DC office.

Your Key Responsibilities

Assisting Engineers and Designers in preparation of calculations, reports, drawings and specifications as well as other documents for bid and construction with exposure to drinking water, wastewater, waste to energy, water recycling, Sewer Utilities, Stormwater Infrastructure Utilities, and Public Green Stormwater Infrastructure Utilities.

• Preparing and editing drawings on AutoCAD software.
• Completing other engineering/administrative duties as required.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Requires understanding of basic AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations, policies, and programs are a plus.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with good driving record.