Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Hybrid working policy

Job summary

Jacobs Solutions Inc. is seeking a Civil and Environmental Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Cary, NC, focused on Water/Wastewater Engineering. You will assist with design, field investigations, and studies for water and wastewater facilities under experienced mentors.

The role targets students in Civil/Environmental/Biosystems/Chemical Engineering. Prior internship with engineering firms is a plus, with a hybrid work arrangement available.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a degree-seeking program in Civil, Environmental, Biosystems or Chemical Engineering or another closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Support water/wastewater projects including design, field investigations, and studies.
• Assist with pilots, evaluations, design, and commissioning of treatment facilities.
• Work under supervision of engineers and scientists to deliver project tasks.
• Collaborate with clients on local and global projects from Cary, NC.

Skills

Civil engineering

Environmental engineering

Water resources

Education

Civil/Environmental/Biosystems/Chemical Engineering program

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we don’t settle - we’re always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference. We’re seeking a Civil and Environmental Engineering Intern with an interest in Water/Wastewater Engineering to support the delivery of cutting‑edge projects for both local and global clients in Cary, NC.

As a W/WW Engineering Intern your work could include a variety of water/wastewater treatment, conveyance, storage, and/or water resources projects including providing field investigations, design, and studies for full‑scale water and wastewater treatment facilities; conducting water treatment facility pilots, evaluations, design, and commissioning. Each day, you will be an important team member as you assist with projects for our clients. Under the guidance of professional engineers, scientists, and other senior technical staff you will receive mentorship opportunities to ensure you thrive in your career. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Enrollment in a degree seeking program in Civil, Environmental, Biosystems or Chemical Engineering or another closely related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Previous intern experience with a consulting or engineering firm
• Relevant coursework or projects
• EIT or on track to obtain
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $40,000.00 to $60,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.