Water Engineering Intern - Design, Fieldwork & Impact

Gannett Fleming; Town of Woodbury (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT in Woodbury NY is seeking a Water Engineering Intern to gain real-world design experience within a collaborative, instructor-guided team. Join our water group and contribute to innovative solutions for sustainable water infrastructure, including dams, levees, treatment, and stormwater.

The internship runs mid-May through mid-August; interns work on planning, design, and construction administration, with mentorship from senior engineers, and many interns convert to full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest in water/wastewater engineering through 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.

Responsibilities

• Support real client projects by participating in 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

Strong communication

Field work

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Mechanical/Environmental Eng program

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Civil 3D

GIS

BIM

Job description

GFT in Woodbury NY is seeking a Water Engineering Intern to gain real-world design experience within a collaborative, instructor-guided team. Join our water group and contribute to innovative solutions for sustainable water infrastructure, including dams, levees, treatment, and stormwater.

The internship runs mid-May through mid-August; interns work on planning, design, and construction administration, with mentorship from senior engineers, and many interns convert to full-time employment.