Water Resources Intern

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson seeks a Water Resources intern to assist with design tasks and documentation, gaining practical experience in hydrology and hydraulics while supporting project teams at our Tyler, TX or Longview, TX offices.

We offer exposure to multi-disciplinary engineering practice and mentorship, with hands-on learning in a collaborative environment emphasizing quality control and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Full-time student pursuing ABET-accredited undergrad in civil engineering, with interest in transportation projects.
• Coursework in hydrology and/or hydraulics, fluid mechanics, or GIS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior/lead engineers with basic design tasks, including hydrologic/hydraulic calculations and modeling.
• Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, graphics, design development, and construction phases.
• Assist with construction phase activities, site visits, RFI responses, and updating record drawings.
• Follow established quality control procedures and seek guidance as needed.
• Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices.
• Develop basic design, analysis, and technical skills through hands-on experience.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members.

Skills

MS Office

Written communication

Time management

Teamwork

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Education

ABET accredited undergrad in civil engineering

Tools

Design software familiarity

GIS (preferred)

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary:

JMT is seeking a Water Resources intern to support with a variety of tasks, including special project assignments active participation in project design & documentation, gain practical experience and support their educational development. Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

This internship is being offered at our Tyler, TX or Longview, TX office.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assist senior or lead engineers with basic design tasks, including hydrologic and hydraulic calculations and modeling, plans production, estimates, and reports
• Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, graphics, design development, and construction phases
• Assist with construction phase activities, including participating in site visits, supporting RFI responses, reviewing shop drawings, and helping update record drawings
• Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed
• Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices
• Develop basic design, analysis, and technical skills through hands-on experience
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members
• Receive guidance and direction from supervisors and team leaders
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, interior designers, and other multidisciplinary team members

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Full-time student currently pursuing an ABET accredited undergraduate degree in civil engineering with an interest in transportation projects

Required Skills

• Familiarity in using standard Microsoft Office for document creation and email communication
• Ability to prepare well organized, clear, and concise written materials
• Ability to support work with attention to detail and creativity
• Developing presentation skills, including communicating ideas to different groups
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively with guidance from supervisors
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate well with others

Qualifications Preferred

• Coursework in hydrology and/or hydraulics, fluid mechanics, transportation, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Previous internship experience
• Familiarity with design and production software, with the ability to use these tools to develop project documents and collaborate with project team members

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.