Water Resources Intern: Field Data & Modeling

GEI Consultants; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Professional Development Opportunities

Rewards and Recognition

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Job summary

GEI Consultants’ Plymouth, Michigan office is seeking motivated individuals to contribute to water resources projects from conception to construction by collaborating with engineers, scientists, and other technical staff.

The role supports our civil/water resources practice, performing data collection and analysis of riverine, groundwater, and coastal systems, and preparing maps, figures, and plan sets. Occasional field engineering may be required.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering with coursework in hydrology, hydraulics, and soils.
• Previous experience performing hydrologic and/or hydraulic modeling preferred.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and surveying equipment preferred.
• Ability to perform field work in active construction sites and in inclement weather.
• Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
• Willing to travel and work in the field as required.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection and construction observation/documentation for restoration and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with drafting plans and drawings utilizing AutoCAD and ArcGIS tools.
• Analyze geospatial datasets and survey data for development of hydrologic and hydraulic models.
• Travel to project sites occasionally required, including overnight travel.
• Work will be directed by various project managers.

Skills

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Field data collection

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Surveying equipment

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

SWMM

HY-8

Excel

Job description

GEI Consultants’ Plymouth, Michigan office is seeking motivated individuals to contribute to water resources projects from conception to construction by collaborating with engineers, scientists, and other technical staff.

The role supports our civil/water resources practice, performing data collection and analysis of riverine, groundwater, and coastal systems, and preparing maps, figures, and plan sets. Occasional field engineering may be required.