Summer 2027 Water Resources Intern: Design & Fieldwork

Rk K; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

RK&K is hiring a college intern for the Summer 2027 season to join the Water Resources Division in our Roanoke office. The intern will gain on-the-job training, mentorship, and exposure to design, field work, and client management across civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities include assisting in stormwater system design, erosion control, field investigations, hydraulic modeling with TR55/TR20, construction plans, cost estimates, stream restoration, and MicroStation CAD.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or related area.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of stormwater and storm drain systems.
• Assist in the design of erosion and sediment control practices.
• Conduct field investigations to document existing conditions and evaluate stormwater facilities and outfalls.
• Hydraulic modeling using TR55 and TR20 based models
• Preparation of construction plans and cost estimates.
• Assist in the design of stream restoration projects.
• CADD in MicroStation Software.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent and team work

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

Job description

RK&K is hiring a college intern for the Summer 2027 season to join the Water Resources Division in our Roanoke office. The intern will gain on-the-job training, mentorship, and exposure to design, field work, and client management across civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities include assisting in stormwater system design, erosion control, field investigations, hydraulic modeling with TR55/TR20, construction plans, cost estimates, stream restoration, and MicroStation CAD.