Intern - Water Resources

Matrix Design Group, Inc; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

10 weeks duration

Job summary

Matrix Design Group, Inc. in Colorado Springs invites students to join our Spring 2027 Internship in Water Resources.

This paid, 10-week program offers exposure to multidisciplinary projects in our Colorado Springs and Denver offices, with part-time and full-time options and an emphasis on hands-on learning. Interns will work directly with a manager on planning, design and fieldwork, using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam and ArcGIS to develop real-world skills.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a degree program closely related to Civil Engineering, GIS, Water Resources and Watershed Sciences, Ecological Services, Construction Management, Planning, Environmental Services, or Landscape Architecture.
• Junior or Senior in an undergraduate program OR currently enrolled in a Master’s/PhD program.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with a manager on a variety of water resources projects.
• Gain experience with tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3‑D, Bluebeam, ArcGIS and other industry tools.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree program in Civil Engineering / GIS / Water Resources

Undergrad junior/senior or grad student

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Bluebeam

ArcGIS

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Intern - Water Resources

Intern Colorado Springs, CO, US

Salary Range: $22.00 To $24.00 Hourly

Matrix has beennamed a Zweig Group 2026 Best Firm to Work For!

About Matrix: Matrix Design Group, Inc., an employee-owned planning, engineering and environmental consulting firm is actively seeking a Spring 2027 intern to contribute to projects supporting our Colorado Springs and Denver offices. As an employee-owned company we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, respect and excellence.

Our strengths of service, innovation, and skill are a result of that belief. We have a friendly, collegial, cooperative atmosphere. Matrix employees are encouraged to participate in employee wellness programs, social committees and community outreach programs. We strive to employ highly motivated people with excellent communication and applied problem-solving skills who desire to advance their talents and skills.

Internships are available year-round and offer both part-time and full-time status. Internships are available in the following cities:

• Colorado Springs, CO
• Denver, CO

Pay Range: $22.00 to $24.00 Hourly. Pay will be dependent upon experience.

Job Summary:

Matrix Design Group’s Internship program is a collaborative 10‑week paid program that allows students to gain unparalleled exposure into the practicing principles within a multidisciplinary firm.

Designed for Juniors, Seniors and Graduate Students interested in a career in Water Resources and Watershed Sciences, each student will work directly with a manager/director on a variety of projects.

Planning, designing, and field work play crucial roles in providing students with a 360‑degree approach and infusing real world experiences into education. While interning you will gain experience with tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3‑D, Bluebeam, ArcGIS and other industry specific tools relevant to your responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

• Must be enrolled in a degree program closely related toCivil Engineering, GIS, Water Resources and Watershed Sciences, Ecological Services, Construction Management, Planning, Environmental Services, or Landscape Architecture.
• Must be a Junior or Senior in an undergraduate program OR currently enrolled in a Master’s/PhD program.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Matrix Design Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated based on disability.

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Any applicant with a qualifying physical or mental disability who believes s/he requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact us at 719-575-0100 for assistance.