Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern in Minnesota to gain real-world experience on exciting projects. You will work under supervision, participate in mentoring programs, and learn engineering techniques while supporting design calculations and plant inspections.

This temporary, full-time internship emphasizes an active employee-owned culture, collaboration with professionals, and exposure to water treatment practices and systems across projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on projects.
• Mentoring with company leaders and young professionals.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Perform assignments under direct supervision.
• Accompany mentor on Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Tours.
• Review plant plans and specifications on current projects.
• Review and create process diagrams to verify systems.
• Work in Excel to produce or verify design calculations.
• Write and review technical memorandums and reports.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering program enrollment

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Offer real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Accompany mentor on Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Tours
• Review water/wastewater treatment plant plans and specifications on current projects
• Review and create process diagrams to be able to understand and verify process systems at treatment plants
• Work in excel to produce or verify design calculations
• Write and review technical memorandums and reports
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment practices and systems
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

BusinessClass : WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting

Aug 25, 2026

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