Water Resources Engineering Intern

True Environmental; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

True Environmental is seeking a highly motivated Water Resources Intern to join our Virginia team. You will work with senior engineers on real-world water resources projects, including hydrologic analysis, modeling, and stormwater design, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing civil or environmental engineering degrees, have coursework in fluid mechanics or hydrology, and are authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science.
• Completed coursework in Fluid Mechanics, Hydrology, or Hydraulics is highly preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass a background check; authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for storm drainage issues, floodplain studies, and dam safety.
• Support construction drawings and specifications for stormwater facilities, Green Infrastructure (GI), and Low Impact Development (LID) projects.
• Occasionally support field investigations, including stormwater infrastructure inspections (MS4), illicit discharge detection, pond inspections, and stream assessments.
• Utilize ArcGIS for mapping, data analysis, and watershed characterization.
• Assist in the production of client deliverables, including technical memoranda, environmental permit applications, and engineering cost estimates.
• Conduct background research on regulatory requirements (CWA, TMDL, MS4) and emerging water management technologies.

Skills

Strong technical writing

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Valid driver's license

Authorized to work in the UnitedStates

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Hydrology/Fluid Mechanics coursework

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil3D

ArcGIS

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SWMM

Job description

True Environmental is seeking a highly motivated Water Resources Intern to join our Virginia team. You will work with senior engineers on real-world water resources projects, including hydrologic analysis, modeling, and stormwater design, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing civil or environmental engineering degrees, have coursework in fluid mechanics or hydrology, and are authorized to work in the United States.