Civil, Water Resources, or Geotechnical Intern

Tetra Tech; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Civil, Water Resources, or Geotechnical Engineering Intern to join our team in Denver, CO. This paid summer internship (3-4 months) is for an upper-level student, recent graduate, or graduate student in civil engineering with an interest in dam and water resources projects.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll gain hands-on experience from project planning through field work and client management while contributing to dam and water resources initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in civil, geological, geotechnical engineering, or related field from an accredited university.
• Excellent technical writing skills with ability to read and understand technical information.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with team members.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, HEC-HMS / HEC-RAS, gINT, or AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong interest in dams and water resources projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering professionals with meeting project deadlines and goals.
• Support projects through desktop research, data collection, analysis, and entry.
• Assist with preparation, review, and organization of technical reports, drawings, specifications, and other project documentation.
• Provide project administration support, including maintaining files, tracking project information, and assisting with coordination and scheduling.
• Participate in fieldwork and perform other assigned duties under the guidance of experienced engineering staff.

Skills

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelors or Masters in civil/geotechnical engineering

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

gINT

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Civil, Water Resources, or Geotechnical Intern

Tetra Tech is seeking aCivil, Water Resources, or Geotechnical Engineering Internto join our team based inDenver, CO.This is a paid summer internship (3-4 months) for an upper-level college student, recent graduate, or graduate student in the civil engineering field with an interest in dam and water resources projects.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a leader , offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy .

Position Summary:

The Civil, Water Resources, or Geotechnical Intern is a paid summer internship (3-4 months) for an upper-level college student, recent graduate, or graduate student in the civil engineering field. This internship is with our multidisciplinary team supporting dams and water resources projects. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and insight into various aspects of the consulting engineering industry from project planning through field work and client management.

Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Support Tetra Tech engineering professionals with meeting project deadlines and goals.
• Support engineering projects through desktop research, data collection, analysis, and entry.
• Assist with the preparation, review, and organization of technical reports, drawings, specifications, and other project documentation.
• Provide project administration support, including maintaining files, tracking project information, and assisting with coordination and scheduling.
• Participate in fieldwork and perform other assigned duties under the guidance of experienced engineering staff.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, geological engineering, geotechnical engineering, or related field, from an accredited university or a recent graduate from such program.
• Excellent technical writing skills that include the ability to read and comprehend technical and scientific information.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all team members is important.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, HEC-HMS / HEC-RAS, gINT, or AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong interest in dams and water resources projects is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel for field work and site investigations (local & remote) as needed. Travel is estimated to be up to 5% during the internship duration.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods during site investigations, including the ability to kneel, crouch, or stoop when inspecting sites.
• Ability to lift and carry materials/equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to sit at a workstation and use a computer for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to use a computer mouse, keyboard, and other tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively in‑person and via electronic means.

Additional Information:

This position is based in our Denver, CO office on a hybrid schedule, typically in the office 3-4 days/week.

This is an hourly position, scheduled for full‑time or part‑time work with a typical schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

The compensation range for this internship is $22–$28 per hour , depending on the candidate’s level of education and prior internship experience.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 25,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science ® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.