Engineer Summer Intern - #3049

Wadetrim; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wade Trim is seeking an Engineering Summer Intern for its Industrial Commercial Energy group in Grand Rapids. You are pursuing a BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering (freshman/sophomore preferred) and must have a valid driver’s license.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required; GIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Revit knowledge is a plus. The role involves assisting senior engineers, handling drawings, data analysis of rainfall and flow, and collaborating with multiple departments to deliver

Qualifications

• Pursuing 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.

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
• Pursing Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Valid Driver’s License

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

GIS

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Driver's license

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (freshman or sophomore preferred)

Tools

COVID

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 Industrial Commercial Energy group in our Grand Rapids 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.

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
• 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 is an Affiant Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.