Intern - Water Engineering

GFT; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Water Engineering Intern in State College, PA to gain hands-on experience in sustainable water infrastructure. You will join a collaborative team working on dam and levee projects, advanced treatment, and stormwater systems, with mentorship from experienced engineers.

Expect to contribute to planning, design, and field activities while developing technical skills. The internship emphasizes integration of technology, sustainability, and compliance, with a pathway for potential

Qualifications

• Enrolled in ABET-accredited program in Civil/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest in water/wastewater engineering via internships or coursework.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in the field and contribute to project teams.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, design, and construction administration of water, wastewater, and municipal projects.
• Assist with site visits, surveys, inspections, and data collection for utility projects.
• Support preparation of reports, design plans, specs, and cost estimates.
• Review subdivision, land development, grading, and zoning plans including stormwater and erosion control.
• Aid in preparing permit applications for federal, state, and local agencies.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Ability to work in the field

Education

ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

BIM

Civil 3D

GIS

Hydraulic/hydrologic modeling

Job description

What You Will Do

Program Timeframe: Mid-May through mid-August

Join GFT, an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Water Engineering Intern and gain real-world experience in a dynamic environment. Our inclusive environment will fuel your innovation and imagination while fostering a sense of belonging.

Joining the water team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life. Explore some of our signature water resources and environmental projects here.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

During your internship, you will work on a highly functioning team and aid in providing design services for a wide variety of projects. You'll receive guidance, supervision and mentorship by experienced engineers and professionals with your success as the goal. The majority of our interns convert to full-time employees.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Support real client projects by participating in the planning, design, and construction administration of water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects.


• Assist with site visits, surveys, inspections, and data collection for utility infrastructure projects.


• Support preparation of reports, design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.


• Assist in reviewing subdivision, land development, grading, and zoning plans, including stormwater management and erosion control.


• Aid in preparing permit applications for federal, state, and local agencies.

Education | Experience

• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.


• Demonstrated interested in water/wastewater engineering through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic coursework.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work in the field and contribute to project teams.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Familiarity with BIM, Civil 3D, GIS, hydraulic/hydrologic modeling, and other specialty engineering software.


• Experience with municipal and private utilities is a plus.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $21.00 - $28.00 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location

State College, PA

Core Business Hours

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status

Hourly

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

California Applicants

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.