Coastal Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Foth; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 7,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Foth in Jacksonville, FL invites rising civil engineers to join as a Coastal Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will collaborate with seasoned engineers to safeguard shorelines and waterfront infrastructure while applying classroom knowledge to real projects.

The internship emphasizes data management, beach profile analyses, and production of construction plans, with opportunities to contribute to state and federal permit applications.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Bachelor’s in Coastal Engineering or Master’s in Coastal Engineering.
• Enrolled in or completed at least one coastal engineering course.
• GPA of 3.0 or greater.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with team members on various project deliverables in the coastal engineering field.
• Manage beach profile data and conduct beach volume change analyses.
• Perform industry-standard coastal engineering analyses.
• Contribute to construction plans and technical specifications.
• Observe construction operations and evaluate site conditions.
• Assist with data management and report preparation.
• Assemble data and documentation to support state and federal permit applications.

Skills

Coastal engineering

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's in Coastal Engineering

Master's in Coastal Engineering

Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.
Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive92+% member retention rate! Learn more at foth.com/careers.

Shape the coast, shape your future, join us for a hands-on coastal engineering internship! Spend Summer 2027 in Jacksonville, FL, working at the intersection of land and sea. As a Coastal Engineering Intern, you’ll collaborate with seasoned engineers to safeguard shorelines and enhance waterfront infrastructure. This is your opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to projects that protect communities, preserve ecosystems, and support navigation along our nation’s waterways.

• Work directly with team members on various project deliverables in the coastal engineering field
• Manage beach profile data and conduct beach volume change analyses
• Perform industry-standard coastal engineering analyses
• Contribute to construction plans and technical specifications
• Observe construction operations and evaluate site conditions
• Assist with data management and report preparation
• Assemble data and documentation to support state and federal permit applications
• Pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Bachelor’s in Coastal Engineering or Master’s in Coastal Engineering
• Enrolled in or completed at least one coastal engineering course
• GPA of 3.0 or greater

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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