Water Engineering Intern: Design and Field Experience

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

Job summary

GFT in State College, PA is seeking a Water Engineering Intern to join our water team and assist with design, planning, and construction administration for water and municipal infrastructure projects.

You will work under experienced engineers, participate in site visits, prepare reports and drawings using AutoCAD and Office tools, and contribute to projects from planning through execution during the May–August timeframe. The internship often leads to full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest in water/wastewater engineering through prior internships, work experiences, 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.
• Familiarity with BIM, Civil 3D, GIS, hydraulic/hydrologic modeling, and other specialty engineering software.
• Experience with municipal and private utilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Field work

Team collaboration

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET-accredited undergrad/grad in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Eng

Tools

BIM

Civil 3D

GIS

Hydraulic/hydrologic modeling

Job description

GFT in State College, PA is seeking a Water Engineering Intern to join our water team and assist with design, planning, and construction administration for water and municipal infrastructure projects.

You will work under experienced engineers, participate in site visits, prepare reports and drawings using AutoCAD and Office tools, and contribute to projects from planning through execution during the May–August timeframe. The internship often leads to full-time opportunities.