Water Resources Intern — Green Infrastructure & Resilience

Akrf, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

AKRF, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Water Resources Intern for the 2027 summer program.

The role offers hands-on experience in planning, designing, and supporting water resources and climate resiliency projects. The intern will assist with green stormwater management, develop plans and construction documents for GSI projects, perform site assessments and field data collection, and help prepare permitting reports in compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership on projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, designing, and developing water resources projects with a focus on green stormwater management.
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents for GSI projects.
• Conduct site assessments, stormwater BMP inspections, and field data collection.
• Support the permitting process by preparing reports and documentation compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Initiative

Dependability

Education

STEM bachelor’s degree or STEM graduate program

Job description

AKRF, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Water Resources Intern for the 2027 summer program.

The role offers hands-on experience in planning, designing, and supporting water resources and climate resiliency projects. The intern will assist with green stormwater management, develop plans and construction documents for GSI projects, perform site assessments and field data collection, and help prepare permitting reports in compliance with regulations.