Water/Wastewater Engineer Intern — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Baxter & Woodman; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental,視

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman invites an ambitious Water/Wastewater Engineer Intern to support its Chicago area offices (O'Hare, Mokena, Naperville, Crystal Lake). This role offers hands-on experience across environmental and construction groups, with direct client exposure and a well-rounded engineering background.

You will work with senior staff on design studies, design tasks, and field investigations, helping develop expertise in water/wastewater systems while preparing for a professional career in

Qualifications

• Ongoing pursuit of a 4 year degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Environmental Engineering.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0–4.0.
• Available to start May or June 2027.
• Ability to travel throughout the Chicago area.
• Team-oriented with strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior engineers with evaluation, study and design of potable water distribution and wastewater collection pipelines, pumping stations, water and wastewater treatment plants, and drainage systems.
• Field work studies and design of water system rehabilitation.
• Field work related to stormwater system management and water main, sanitary sewer installation.

Skills

Team collaboration

Written/verbal communication

Travel readiness

On-site work

Engineering support

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree (Environmental emphasis)

Job description

Baxter & Woodman invites an ambitious Water/Wastewater Engineer Intern to support its Chicago area offices (O'Hare, Mokena, Naperville, Crystal Lake). This role offers hands-on experience across environmental and construction groups, with direct client exposure and a well-rounded engineering background.

You will work with senior staff on design studies, design tasks, and field investigations, helping develop expertise in water/wastewater systems while preparing for a professional career in