Student Engineering Intern - Water Resources

Shine BrightX LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory insurance benefits

Full-time schedule during summer

Job summary

Shine BrightX LLC in Anchorage is seeking a summer intern for a water resources team. You will support planning, design, and implementation of projects including stormwater management, floodplain considerations, fish passage design, and regulatory compliance.

You will perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, develop figures in ArcGIS, and draft documentation using AutoCAD Civil3D. The role involves fieldwork and collaboration with environmental science and transportation colleagues.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in civil or environmental engineering with interest in water resources.
• Good working knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Self-motivation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Capability to work safely in office and field environments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, design, and implementation of water resources projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and design.
• Conduct ArcGIS analyses and develop figures.
• Use AutoCAD Civil3D for drafting and design.
• Develop technical memos and reports.
• Participate in fieldwork as required.
• Engage in summer internship program activities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Civil engineering basics

MS Office proficiency

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Fieldwork safety

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's level in Civil/Environmental Eng (enrolled)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

ArcGIS

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Support planning, design, and implementation of water resources engineering projects including stormwater, floodplain management, fish passage design, and regulatory compliance
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, calculations, and design
• Conduct ArcGIS analysis and develop figures
• Use AutoCAD Civil3D for drafting and design
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Develop technical memos and reports
• Participate in fieldwork as required
• Engage in the summer internship program activities
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including environmental science and transportation disciplines

About You

The company is looking for candidates who have:

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in civil or environmental engineering with interest in water resources
• Good working knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Self-motivation and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Capability to work safely in office and field environments
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform fieldwork

Preferred qualifications include knowledge, experience, or coursework related to hydrology and hydraulics. Preference will be given to local candidates.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly wage ranging from $22 to $27 depending on education and experience
• Statutory insurance benefits
• Full-time schedule during summer months, 40 hours per week