Engineer Summer Intern - #3020.04

Wadetrim; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wade Trim is seeking an Engineering Summer Intern for our Water Resources group in Detroit. The intern will assist with data analysis, drafting, and coordination with multiple departments while pursuing a Civil or Environmental Engineering degree.

The role requires a valid driver’s license, familiarity with Microsoft Office, and knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Revit. Freshman or sophomore status is preferred, and strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Freshman or sophomore status preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office is required.
• Knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Revit is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine calculations under senior engineer.
• Obtain drawings from local municipalities.
• Perform data analysis of continuous flow and rainfall data.
• Copy and scan project related drawings.
• Assist engineer with development of spreadsheet tools.
• Ability to work with project managers and engineers and take direction from them.
• Work with the Planning department.
• Work with the Design (structural) department.
• Work with the Hydraulic and Hydrology department.
• Communicate effectively with engineering staff and clients.
• Maintain excellent client relations.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

What We Offer

Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description

Wade Trim is seeking an Engineering Summer Intern for our Water Resources group in our Detroit office. Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering (freshman or sophomore status preferred) and possess valid driver’s license. Familiarity with Microsoft Office is required and knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Revit is preferred. Candidates must be self-motivated, very organized and have excellent communication skills.

• Perform routine calculations under senior engineer
• Obtain drawings from local municipalities
• Perform data analysis of continuous flow and rainfall data
• Copy and scan project related drawings
• Assist engineer with development of spreadsheet tools
• Ability to work with project managers and engineers and take direction from them
• Work with the Planning department
• Work with the Design (structural) department
• Work with the Hydraulic and Hydrology department
• Communicate effectively with engineering staff and clients
• Maintain excellent client relations
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Pursing Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Valid Driver’s License

About Wade Trim

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.

Wade Trim is an Affimitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.