Civil/Environmental Engineering Intern

Carollo Engineers Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Carollo Engineers, Inc. is offering an internship opportunity focused on water and wastewater engineering. The role involves assisting in design, cost estimates, and reporting for projects in water, wastewater, and related services.

Candidates should be pursuing Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering and demonstrate strong communication and software skills. Ideal applicants include finishing or in-progress junior-year students with internship experience and/or FE/EIT exam plans.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent; pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Preferred: junior year completed or in progress; FE/EIT exam passed or scheduled; internship experience welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work in water and wastewater treatment and construction services.
• Assist with engineering designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Check submittals for conformity with plans and specifications.
• Prepare technical memoranda, reports, and electronic deliverables.
• Data entry, analysis, and participation in field activities such as site investigations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil, Chemical or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work in various engineering fields (water and wastewater treatment, and engineering services during construction)
• Work on engineering designs
• Assist preparing reports
• Develop plans and specifications, and cost estimates for various projects
• Check submittals for performance or conformity with plans and specifications
• Assist with the preparation of technical memoranda, reports and electronic deliverables
• Data entry and analysis
• Participate in field activities such as site investigations, and pilot testing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil, Chemical or Environmental Engineering field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Finishing or completed junior year of college
• Experience and/or coursework in water/wastewater treatment and conveyance
• Previous related internship experience a plus, but not required
• Passed or scheduled for the FE/EIT exam
• Experience using CAD software (AutoCAD, Microstation, Revit, Sketch Up)

Compensation Range

An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.