College Intern - Water Resources

Rk K; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

RK&K in Roanoke, VA is hiring a Summer 2027 college intern to join the Water Resources Division. This paid internship offers on-the-job training, mentorship and exposure to design, field work and client management within a consulting engineering setting.

You will assist in stormwater design, erosion control, field investigations, hydraulic modeling (TR55 and TR20), construction plans and cost estimates, stream restoration, and CADD in MicroStation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Civil Engineering or related degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of stormwater and storm drain systems.
• Assist in the design of erosion and sediment control practices.
• Conduct field investigations to document conditions and evaluate stormwater facilities.
• Hydraulic modeling using TR55 and TR20 based models.
• Prepare construction plans and cost estimates.

Skills

Civil Eng

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Team player

Written & oral comms

Driver's license

Education

Civil Engineering student

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

Job description

RK&K is hiring a college intern for the Summer 2027 season to join the Water Resources Division in our Roanoke office. Our interns will receive on-the-job training, mentorship and insight into various aspects of the consulting engineering industry from design to field work and client management. Individuals will be exposed to various challenges, projects and technology related to his or her specific discipline.

As a Paid Intern in our Water Resources Division you will

• Assist in the design of stormwater and storm drain systems.
• Assist in the design of erosion and sediment control practices.
• Conduct field investigations to document existing conditions and evaluate stormwater facilities and outfalls.
• Hydraulic modeling using TR55 and TR20 based models
• Preparation of construction plans and cost estimates.
• Assist in the design of stream restoration projects.
• CADD in MicroStation Software

Required Skills and Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or related area
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Participation in professional societies or extracurricular activities
• Applicable prior internship experience
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation and/or GIS

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why RK&K:

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.