Water Resources Intern Herndon, VA

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Herndon, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision

Company paid Life and Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

401K Retirement Plan

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is seeking an intern to support a design department, gaining practical experience in project design and documentation. The role offers exposure to multiple project phases and collaboration with senior engineers.

You will assist with research, drawings, and modeling across programming, schematic design, and construction phases, under supervision. The position emphasizes learning and teamwork within a 100% ESOP environment.

Qualifications

• Full-time student currently pursuing an ABET-accredited undergraduate degree in civil engineering.
• Interest in water resources and transportation projects.
• Familiarity with design and production software to develop project documents.
• Willingness to learn and follow department and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior leads with basic design tasks, including research and layout support.
• Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, and construction phases.
• Provide input on solutions to problems using basic theories and engineering fundamentals.
• Assist with site visits, RFI responses, shop drawings reviews, and updating record drawings.
• Follow quality control procedures and learn department standards.
• Collaborate with water resources engineers and multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Eng degree

Tools

Design/production software

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: An intern supports the assigned design department by assisting with a variety of tasks, including special project assignments and active participation in project design and documentation, to 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.

The hourly rate associated with this position is $22.00 - $27.00, which is based on education level.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assist senior leads and other design team members (project managers and engineers) with basic design tasks, including research, simple studies, and layout support
• Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, graphics, design development, and construction phases
• Provide input on solutions to problems using basic theories and engineering fundamentals
• 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 water resources engineers and other multidisciplinary team members

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

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

Required Experience

• Full-time student currently pursuing an ABET accreditedundergraduatedegree incivilengineering with an interest in water resources and transportation projects

Qualifications Preferred

• Coursework in a related field
• Previousinternship or relevant work 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 generally performed within an 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.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25lbs) may be required as needed.

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

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.