Water Resources Engineer Intern — Fairfax

Dewberry; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer Intern Program

Professional development workshops

Job summary

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated is seeking a Water Resources Engineer Intern for Winter 2026 in Fairfax, VA. You will assist with drainage design calculations for roadway storm sewers and perform hydrologic analyses for bridges and waterways, while preparing plans and permit applications.

Local candidates preferred; the program emphasizes hands-on project work, workshops, and professional development. Equal opportunity employer; background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Civil Engineering degree with water resources focus.
• Knowledge of water quality modeling and regulatory issues preferred.
• Hydrology and hydraulics coursework preferred.
• Floodplain delineation, stormwater, culvert/bridge hydraulics knowledge preferred.
• GIS experience preferred.
• Previous internship experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drainage design calculations for roadway storm sewer systems.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for bridges, culverts, and waterways.
• Prepare plans, design reports, and permit applications.

Skills

Water Resources knowledge

GIS

Communication skills

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering (Water Resources focus)

Tools

MS Office Suite

GIS software

Job description

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated is seeking a Water Resources Engineer Intern for Winter 2026 in Fairfax, VA. You will assist with drainage design calculations for roadway storm sewers and perform hydrologic analyses for bridges and waterways, while preparing plans and permit applications.

Local candidates preferred; the program emphasizes hands-on project work, workshops, and professional development. Equal opportunity employer; background checks may apply.