Water Engineering Intern: Real Projects & Field Experience

Gannett Fleming; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Water Engineering Intern for a mid-May to mid-August program in New York, NY. You will join a collaborative team delivering design services for water and wastewater projects, receiving mentorship from experienced engineers and professionals to support planning, design, and construction administration.

The internship emphasizes field work, site visits, data collection, and preparation of reports and cost estimates, with most interns transitioning to full-time roles upon

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

Team collaboration

Field work readiness

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

BIM

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

GFT is seeking a Water Engineering Intern for a mid-May to mid-August program in New York, NY. You will join a collaborative team delivering design services for water and wastewater projects, receiving mentorship from experienced engineers and professionals to support planning, design, and construction administration.

The internship emphasizes field work, site visits, data collection, and preparation of reports and cost estimates, with most interns transitioning to full-time roles upon