Water Resource Internship (Summer 2027)

Woolpert, Inc.; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolpert, Inc. is seeking a Civil Design Intern for the Summer in our Greenville, SC or Columbia, SC offices. This full-time internship runs 40 hours per week with a portion onsite.

You will support our infrastructure teams on drainage, water distribution, and site projects, mentored by licensed engineers. The ideal candidate is enrolled in Civil or Environmental Engineering, has strong communication skills, and thrives in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a student at an accredited college or university, preferably sophomore status.
• Pursuing a Civil or Environmental Engineering degree with an interest in water infrastructure design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to function well in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Exceptional multitasking and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Civil design team on drainage, detention basin, storm sewer, site work and water distribution projects.
• Gain real‑world experience on actual projects with licensed engineers.
• Assist on projects with calculations, cost estimates, and preparing design plans.
• Work with software and systems such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Google Earth and ArcPro.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external subconsultants, and clients.

Skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Civil or Environmental Engineering degree

Sophomore status or higher

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Google Earth

ArcPro

Job description

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Overview

Join us for an internship experience that offers real-world project involvement within a supportive environment alongside ample opportunities for professional and personal growth. At this time, we are seeking a Civil Design Intern in our Greenville, SC or Columbia, SC office for the Summer semester (May/June-August). This internship will be a full‑time position working 40 hours a week. The Civil Design Intern will work alongside the Woolpert infrastructure teams working on design projects as well as supporting our task leads. Work can include projects for municipalities, large cities, and counties. All these projects directly impact the communities where we live and work.

This internship has a portion of work onsite/in‑office. Woolpert does not provide housing or relocation for internships/co‑ops. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do

• Work as part of the Civil design team on a wide range of projects focused on drainage improvements including channel, detention basin and storm sewer design, along with site work and water distribution projects.
• Gain real‑world experience working on actual projects alongside licensed engineers that are experts in their fields.
• Assist on a variety of projects doing such things as calculations, cost estimates, and preparing design plans.
• Work on software and systems such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Google Earth and ArcPro
• Work as a member of a team that coordinates with other internal teams and external subconsultants and clients.
• Go on 1-2 site visits and see the projects we work on
• Perform tasks and solve problems with a high degree of independence.

What You Will Bring

• Be enrolled as a student at an accredited college or university, preferably with at least sophomore status
• Pursuing a Civil or Environmental Engineering degree, with an interest in water related infrastructure design
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to function well in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment
• Exceptional multitasking and time management skills

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Pay Range

Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$23 — $27 USD

Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here: http://woolpert.com/about-us/

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.

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