Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSC (Water Systems Consulting); Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)

employer paid disability insurance

holiday pay

generous paid time off

tuition reimbursement

fitness benefits

health benefits program

Job summary

Water Systems Consulting (WSC) is seeking summer internship students for 2027 in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Planning, or related fields. Interns will work with designers, planners, project managers, and hydrogeology teams to advance water, recycled water, and infrastructure projects.

Based in one of our offices (Folsom among others), interns will participate in meetings, assist with planning, modeling, design, and technical reporting under senior guidance, gaining hands-on experience and

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a full-time program pursuing a BS or MS in Civil/Environmental Engineering, City and Regional Planning, BioResource & Agricultural, Construction Management, or related field.
• Must be in good academic standing and proficient with MS Office; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred: experience with AutoCAD, ESRI GIS and hydraulic modeling software.
• Able to work under deadlines and demonstrate time management.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in staff, public, and client meetings.
• Model water delivery systems.
• Prepare simple hydraulic calculations and analyses.
• Assist in research, planning, and design of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Perform technical writing and assist with development of technical reports.
• Conduct site visits and coordinate with subconsultants.
• Data entry and analysis; provide general program and construction management support.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing BS/MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

ESRI GIS

Hydraulic modeling

Job description

Job Description:

Water Systems Consulting (WSC) is rising to today’s complex water challenges by putting people first in every solution we create. We are an integrated engineering, hydrogeology, construction management, and strategic communication consulting firm delivering our clients’ most challenging One Water solutions. It is through the diverse cultures and identities of our clients, their communities, and our team that we find the most innovative solutions and leave everything we touch better than when we found it.

WSC is seeking interns for Summer 2027 currently enrolled in a Civil or Environmental Engineering, City and Regional Planning, BioResource & Agricultural, or Construction Management program, with an interest in water and wastewater. The intern would collaborate with designers, planners, project managers, strategic communications, and technical leaders in advancing vital water, recycled water, and infrastructure investments. Under the mentorship of our senior hydrogeologists, engineers, planners, and project managers, you will gain experience on a variety of challenging and exciting water supply planning, design, leadership training, career path development, and optimization projects.

These internships will be based in one of our office locations: Portland, Folsom, San Luis Obispo, Ontario, Laguna Hills, or San Diego.

What You Will Do

• Participate in staff, public, and client meetings.
• Modeling of water delivery systems.
• Prepare simple hydraulic calculations and analysis.
• Assist in the research, planning, and design of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Perform technical writing and assisting with development of technical reports.
• Conduct site visits.
• Coordinate with subconsultants and vendors.
• Data entry and analysis.

• Provide general program and construction management support.

What You Bring

• Must be enrolled in a full-time program seeking a B.S. or M.S. degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering, City and Regional Planning, BioResource & Agricultural, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Candidates must be in good academic standing and proficient with MS Office and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Interview process includes review of current transcripts (unofficial transcripts are sufficient).
• Preferred qualifications include some prior experience with AutoCAD, ESRI (GIS) and/or hydraulic modeling software.
• Experience and high performance under the pressure of deadlines.
• Proven time management skills.
• High career aspirations and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Salary Range

The pay range for this position is $25.00 to $35.00 per hour and may be more or less depending on experience.

Who We Are

At WSC, we foster a people-centric culture where we care deeply about client relationships and see our coworkers as part of a big family. We have received recognition as one of the Best Places to Work and as a Fast-Growing Firm by Inc. Magazine’s national workplace survey and our staff. We believe there are always opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, and we prioritize supporting each other in that process.

We make it easy for you to enjoy the work you love by providing great benefits.

• competitive salary
• 401(k) plan
• ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)
• employer paid short- and long-term disability
• holiday pay
• generous paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• fitness
• health benefits program

We have you covered! Learn more about the benefits we offer https://expectwsc.com/benefits/.

WSC is committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. As such, we do not make hiring or other employment-related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employees race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.