Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Energy & Resources (Summer 2027)

Stantec; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec invites interested students to join our Energy and Resources team for a Summer Engineering Internship in the Hydro and Dams group. You will work alongside experienced engineers and clients on challenging projects that impact water storage, dam design, and hydropower systems, gaining real-world hands-on experience.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an engineering degree, have completed at least three years of undergraduate coursework, and possess strong teamwork, communication, and analytical

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited engineering program is required.
• Completion of at least 3 years of undergraduate coursework toward geotechnical or civil engineering is required.
• Post-graduate academic experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing proposals, project scheduling, and cost estimates.
• Assist in project administration including reports, information gathering, and progress reports.
• Perform simple calculations and CAD/GIS/GeoStudio/RocScience/Bluebeam exposure.
• Assist in writing technical documents such as calculation packages and design reports.
• Support field investigations and subsurface condition assessment.
• Work with geotechnical material characterization for design and analysis.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Enrollment in accredited engineering program

3 years of undergraduate coursework completed

Post-graduate experience preferred

Tools

CAD

GIS

GeoStudio

RocScience

Bluebeam

Job description

Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.

As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

Join a team that has been partnering with our clients for more than 100 years to improve the quality of life around the world. When it comes to energy generation and transformation as well as water storage and conveyance projects, we design with the next generation in mind. We operate with the strength of a $3B company paired with the agility of a specialized dams group, to deliver some of the most iconic and cutting-edge projects around the world. This proud legacy has fostered a culture of innovation and safety, leading our team to design the world’s most impactful power and dam projects—projects vital to both local and global communities.

Your Opportunity

Stantec employs approximately 34,000 experts including engineers, consultants and construction professionals globally. As specialists in water and natural resources, Stantec employees use innovative ideas and technology to solve complex infrastructure and environmental challenges.

We are seeking qualified candidates for a Summer Engineering Internship to support the Energy and Resources business center as a member of the Hydro and Dams (Geological Engineering) group. This is a terrific opportunity for a college senior/graduate student to support a number of exciting projects while learning important skillsets.

This position will be within the Hydro and Dams team but would provide opportunities for exposure to other technical practices. Our Hydro and Dams team includes a multidisciplinary staff, including civil, geotechnical/geologic, and water resource engineers that specialize in the planning, analysis, design, and construction of water storage, water conveyance and hydropower projects including:

• Embankment, Concrete & RCC Dams

• Hydraulic Structures including Spillways and Outlet Works

• Tunnels & Shafts for Pipelines

The Stantec internship program is a great opportunity for students to prepare for a career in engineering while getting paid. We provide real hands‑on experience and project‑related work opportunities to help students connect their studies into a new context - the business environment. It is an excellent opportunity to build relationships and learn from respected figures in the industry while gaining a better understanding of the big picture of things. Candidates that successfully complete the Stantec internship program are well‑positioned to pursue further opportunities within the company.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing proposals, including project scheduling, and developing cost estimates.

• Assisting in project administration including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, tracking project costs, and completing progress reports.

• Performing simple calculations, computer data entry, along with some exposure to CAD, GIS, GeoStudio, RocScience Programs, and Bluebeam.

• Assist in writing technical documents such as calculation packages, geotechnical data reports, design reports, and specifications.

• Support field investigations and the assessment of subsurface conditions by reviewing drilling and test pit logs, in-situ testing data, and other pertinent field documentation.

• Support geotechnical material characterization and interpretation of material properties for design and analysis using laboratory and field data.

• Performing research and contacting vendors for information.

• Develop familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, technical design standards, and industry standards and guidelines

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Good interpersonal abilities for working in a team environment.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and take direction.

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma and enrollment in an accredited engineering program required.

• Completion of at least 3 years of undergraduate coursework towards pursuing a degree in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering with geotechnical focus, geological engineering, or similar is required.

• Post‑graduate academic experience is preferred.

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This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | TX | Houston
Organization: BC-2308 E&R-US Southwest
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Internship
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 12/10/2026 08:10:03
Req ID: 1008133

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