Civil (Solid Waste) Intern (Summer 2027)

HDR; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Civil (Solid Waste) Intern to gain real-world experience on projects spanning landfills, recycling facilities, remediation sites, and waste transfer stations. You will work under a senior engineer, assisting in groundwater sampling, data analysis, and regulatory reporting.

Join to contribute to site layouts and drainage reviews while engaging with mentoring programs and potential travel opportunities. This internship supports HDR's employee-owned culture in Omaha, NE.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills and a proactive mindset are required.
• Interest in solid waste facilities and environmental projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering techniques to solid waste facilities and environmental projects.
• Assist in groundwater sampling programs with coordination and reporting.
• Support site layouts, grading plans, utility layouts, cost estimating and drainage reviews.
• Engage with mentoring programs and connect with young professionals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate Engineering student

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe waste is more than management, it's also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you'll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top-tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You'll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost-effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

In the role of a Civil (Solid Waste) Intern, we'll count on you

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects by applying standard engineering techniques and procedures to solid waste facilities and environmental projects such as landfills, recycling facilities, remediation sites, and waste transfer stations
• Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a senior-level Engineer to assist in groundwater sampling program including coordination with laboratories, data analysis and reporting on behalf of private and public clients for regulatory agency compliance
• Perform other duties as needed such as performing overall site layouts, grading plans, utility layout, cost estimating and drainage reviews. Perform administrative duties to support project managers and our clients.
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals' programs
• May require occasional travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2+ years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Prior experience with field work and environmental regulations is a plus.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation is a plus
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha Industry: Waste Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Temporary BusinessClass: Waste Services Job Posting: Sep 9, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.