Water Engineering Intern

HDR ICA ENGINEERING; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Anchorage, Alaska, invites a Water Engineering Intern to support planning and design of water, wastewater, and water resources systems. You will work with engineers and project managers, learning how engineering decisions become built solutions.

You will gain hands-on experience on real projects, using BIM platforms and modeling tools, with access to AI-enabled delivery and project support. A GPA of 3.0+ and ongoing civil-eng studies are expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of two years towards a degree in Civil Engineering with a 3.0+ GPA.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Interest in water/wastewater/water resources.
• Ability to work with BIM platforms and modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers and project managers in planning and design of water, wastewater, and water resources systems.
• Perform assignments under supervision of a professional engineer or project manager.
• Evaluate and design water infrastructure with multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare reports and technical documents.
• Build data analysis and visualization solutions.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Software knowledge

Microsoft Office skills

Active employee-owned culture

Education

Two years towards a degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

BIM platforms

Modeling software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe water is more than a resource; it's a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

Start your engineering career where your work is real

Every day, communities rely on systems most people never think about. Safe drinking water, wastewater treatment, and flood protection are essential to public health, environmental protection, and economics stability.

At HDR, our Water Business Group designs and delivers the infrastructure that makes communities work. As a Water Engineering Intern, you will support real projects that move from concept to construction. You will work alongside experienced engineer, learn directly from project managers, and see how engineering decisions become built solutions.

We are committed to equipping our teams with modern digital tools, including AI-enabled solutions that streamline delivery, enhance quality, and improve client experience. You will have access to ongoing training and support to apply these tools in practical, meaningful ways.

As a Water Engineering Intern, you will gain valuable experience supporting real projects and learn directly from technical experts and project managers who are leading water work across the industry.

What You Will Do

As a Water Engineering Intern, you will support engineers and project managers in the planning and design of water, wastewater, and water resources systems. You will:

Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional engineer or project manager on various engineering related projects.

Evaluate and design water, wastewater, and water resources infrastructure.

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental staff.

Prepare reports and technical documents.

Assist senior staff in maintaining project schedules and budgets.

Build data analysis and visualization solutions.

Use design and production tools including BIM platforms, modeling software, and other engineering applications.

Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualificaions

Completion of two years towards a degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering disciplie with a 3.0+ GPA.

Coursework in Hydrology and Hydraulics, Stormwater Management and Design, Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes, Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Systems, or other topics focued on water/wastewater/water resources.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

BusinessClass : Dams Levees Civil Works

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

Job Posting

Oct 28, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.