Environmental Engineering Co-Op — Field-Driven Projects

CDM Smith; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Spring 2027 Co-Op in Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineering to join our team and gain real-world experience on projects that serve communities across the country. You’ll work with experienced engineers, collaborate with interns, and observe how engineering solutions move from concept to construction.

You will be enrolled in a related engineering program and will have opportunities to build reports, maps, and designs using ArcGIS, CADD, Excel, and other

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and taking courses toward a Bachelors in Environmental, Civil, Chemical Engineering or a related engineering field is required.
• Some knowledge of ArcGIS, CADD, Excel and Access is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Target Timeline: Ideal applicants will be available to work on a January to May cycle.
• Get Hands-On: Research and develop engineering solutions that support real projects—from analysis and planning to reporting and design.
• Work With the Pros: Collaborate with senior engineers, fellow interns, and multidisciplinary teams while learning how different engineering disciplines come together to solve complex challenges.
• Put Your Tools to Work: Build reports, presentations, maps, designs, and other project deliverables using ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, CADD, Excel, and other engineering software.
• Get Out in the Field: When opportunities arise, join our teams in the field and experience construction management activities firsthand.
• Build Your Future: Develop technical and professional skills, expand your network, and learn from engineers who are actively shaping the future of water, infrastructure, and environmental engineering.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

CADD

Excel

Access

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Spring 2027 Co-Op in Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineering to join our team and gain real-world experience on projects that serve communities across the country. You’ll work with experienced engineers, collaborate with interns, and observe how engineering solutions move from concept to construction.

You will be enrolled in a related engineering program and will have opportunities to build reports, maps, and designs using ArcGIS, CADD, Excel, and other