Water Resources Engineer Intern — Winter 2026 (Fairfax)

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

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Water Resources Engineer Intern for Winter 2026 in our Fairfax, VA office. You will assist with drainage design calculations for roadway storm sewer systems and perform hydrologic/hydraulic analyses for bridges, culverts, and waterways, while helping prepare plans and permit applications.

Local candidates preferred; no housing stipend provided. Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering opportunities for growth and exposure to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering with a focus in water resources.
• Knowledge of water quality modeling, wastewater modeling, and water quality regulatory issues preferred.
• Previous coursework in hydrology and hydraulics preferred.
• Knowledge of floodplain delineation, stormwater management, culvert and bridge hydraulics, and drainage design preferred.
• GIS skills and MS Office proficiency preferred.
• Previous internship experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drainage design calculations for roadway storm sewer systems.
• Perform hydrologic and/or hydraulic analyses for bridges, culverts, and waterways.
• Prepare design plans, reports, and permit applications.
• Collaborate with project team to support delivery of project tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Hydraulic analysis

Hydrology

Education

Civil Engineering degree (B.S./M.S.) focus in Water Resources

Tools

GIS

MS Office

Job description

Dewberry is seeking a Water Resources Engineer Intern for Winter 2026 in our Fairfax, VA office. You will assist with drainage design calculations for roadway storm sewer systems and perform hydrologic/hydraulic analyses for bridges, culverts, and waterways, while helping prepare plans and permit applications.

Local candidates preferred; no housing stipend provided. Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering opportunities for growth and exposure to innovative projects.