Water Intern

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a temporary employee to join our team in Houston, Texas. This full-time role is ideal for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate engineering program. You'll gain hands-on experience while applying engineering techniques on exciting projects.

The ideal candidate should possess problem-solving and communication skills, with attention to detail being crucial. Join us and help make a positive impact in your community and the world!

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an engineering program.
• Attention to detail is crucial.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects.
• Connect with recent college graduates through mentoring programs.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office skills

Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate engineering program

Completed 2 years toward a degree with 3.0+ GPA

Tools

Software packages related to field of study

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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout the company and our communities and constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization helps us 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.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward a degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study or industry

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture is a must

Primary Location: United States – Texas – Houston
Industry: Water
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Temporary
Business Class: Utility Management Services
Job Posting: Jan 29, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal history, arrest, or conviction records.