Water Resources Co-op: Hydrology, Stormwater & Field Work

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Watertown (MA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Recognition programs

Flexible hybrid work

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) is seeking a Water Resources Co-op in Watertown, MA to gain hands-on experience in site civil engineering, hydrologic studies, and stormwater analysis. You will work in a team to develop plans across environmental, land development, transportation, and water resources projects.

The program runs January through June 2027, offering fieldwork, data collection, and opportunities to learn with AutoCAD and GIS tools in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental/Civil engineering or a related field
• Strong interest in transportation, land development, urban design, real estate, environmental, institutional, or energy sector
• Ability to work on a computer remotely if necessary
• Ability to travel locally and complete fieldwork if necessary

Responsibilities

• Work within a team of professionals in developing site civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of environmental, land development, transportation, and water resources projects
• Conduct a wide array of water resources related studies and analysis including: Hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of stormwater systems, analysis and design of conveyance systems, design of stormwater management facilities, coastal impacts, and floodplain analysis
• Conduct data collection and field work
• Analysis of impaired watersheds and identification of potential areas for stormwater treatment
• Support projects related to stormwater permitting compliance for municipal, industrial and transportation clients

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Work ethic

AutoCAD

GIS

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Environmental/Civil engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) is seeking a Water Resources Co-op in Watertown, MA to gain hands-on experience in site civil engineering, hydrologic studies, and stormwater analysis. You will work in a team to develop plans across environmental, land development, transportation, and water resources projects.

The program runs January through June 2027, offering fieldwork, data collection, and opportunities to learn with AutoCAD and GIS tools in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.