Civil/Geotechnical Engineering - Energy & Resources (Summer 2027)

Stantec; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Civil/Geotechnical Engineering Intern to join our team in Denver, CO or Fort Collins, CO. You will work with our geotechnical group, gaining hands-on experience on field programs and data analysis.

You will assist with reports, proposals, and subsurface data, while developing skills in soil and rock classification, calculations, and desktop research. This internship emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with experienced practitioners.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and in groups.
• Ability to analyze information, data, and develop appropriate conclusions.
• Results-oriented attitude with the ability to excel in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and execution of geotechnical field programs.
• Write technical reports with methods, results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Help prepare technical proposals and cost estimates.
• Compile subsurface investigation or laboratory data.
• Describe soil and bedrock samples using standard classification systems.
• Assist with geotechnical calculations or analyses for design projects.
• Conduct desktop research to support technical project work.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Independent worker

Analytical mindset

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Civil or Environmental Engineering (undergrad/grad)

Graduate degree asset

Job description

Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.

As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands‑on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top engineering talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has problem solving down to a science.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a Civil/Geotechnical Engineering Intern, to join our team. Working with the geotechnical team in Denver, CO or Fort Collins, CO.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development and execution of geotechnical field programs


• Writing technical reports that summarize methods, results, conclusions and recommendations


• Helping prepare technical proposals and cost estimates


• Compiling subsurface investigation or laboratory data


• Describing soil and bedrock samples using standard classification systems


• Assisting with geotechnical calculations or analyses for design projects


• Conducting desktop research to support technical project work

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.


• Strong ability to work independently and in groups.


• Ability to analyze information, data, and develop appropriate conclusions.


• Results-oriented attitude with the ability to excel in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Education and Experience

Currently working towards a undergraduate or graduate level university degree in civil or environmental engineering. Working towards a graduate degree would be considered an asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s’ talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range

• $23.47 - $34.50 Hourly

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

United States | CO | Denver

Other Locations

United States | CO | Fort Collins

Organization

BC-2242 E&R-US Northwest

Employee Status

Temporary

Management Level

Internship

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

No

Schedule

Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.