Water Surface Management Intern (Summer 2027)

Lower Colorado River Authority; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Lower Colorado River Authority invites undergraduate students to join our Water Surface Management internship program on the Highland Lakes. You will assist in implementing standards, inspecting marinas and docks, and gaining hands-on experience with permitting, construction plans, and environmental compliance.

You will be mentored by experienced staff, earn competitive pay, and gain exposure to real-world projects that support safe access and water quality across our lakes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university/college program in freshman year or has completed freshman year and will be starting sophomore year.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation and administration of various water surface management programs, such as the Highland Lakes Marina Ordinance (HLMO) and Highland Lakes Residential Dock Safety Standards Program (RDSP).
• Assist staff in conducting inspections of marinas and docks.
• Learn to perform technical construction plan reviews and gain knowledge and experience with electrical, fuel and wastewater systems in a marine environment.
• Provide basic guidance on WSM permitting and support tracking and coordination of permitting activities.
• Coordinate billing and fee changes for annual marina permit fees with appropriate internal billing resources.
• Assist in records retention, auditing and archiving of permits
• Coordinate and work with staff on special projects.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Freshman year undergrad enrollment or completed freshman year and starting sophomore year

Job description

Here’s The Role

Do you enjoy the Lakes, have excellent people skills, and thrive at building relationships? Does splitting your work week, between the office and outdoors on the Highland Lakes, interest you?

LCRA Water Surface Management (WSM) Team is seeking a collaborative and customer-focused Intern to assist in the implementation of WSM Standards and Ordinances to provide safety and access on our beautiful lakes while also maintaining their pristine water quality.

How You’ll Contribute

• Assist with implementation and administration of various water surface management programs, such as the Highland Lakes Marina Ordinance (HLMO) and Highland Lakes Residential Dock Safety Standards Program (RDSP)
• Assist staff in conducting inspections of marinas and docks.
• Learn to perform technical construction plan reviews and gain knowledge and experience with electrical, fuel and wastewater systems in a marine environment.
• Provide basic guidance on WSM permitting and support tracking and coordination of permitting activities.
• Coordinate billing and fee changes for annual marina permit fees with appropriate internal billing resources.
• Assist in records retention, auditing and archiving of permits
• Coordinate and work with staff on special projects

How You’re Qualified

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university/college program in freshman year or has completed freshman year and will be starting sophomore year.

How We’ll Support You

Meaningful, hands‑on experience, mentorship from industry leaders, and competitive pay, plus access to perks like a 401(k) and EAP.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.