Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

STV; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare

Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent0

Transit and Parking where applicable

Disability insurance

Life Insurance and Accidental Death &D

401(k) Plan

Retirement Counseling

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Back-Up Dependent Care

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure and Society_M_M

Job summary

STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Water/Wastewater Intern to join our team in New York. This internship offers an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate‑level candidates to learn, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain real engineering experience.

The hybrid role requires at least 3 days in the office each week, with a preference for interns who can commit to at least 3 months and full‑time hours.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or NCEES equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support pipeline hydraulic flow and pressure calculations.
• Assist in pump calculations and developing system curves for sizing pumps.
• Prepare construction and design cost estimates under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in planning and design of water and wastewater pipelines, pumping, storage, and treatment systems.
• Assist in planning and design of water and wastewater facility projects, including pump stations, lift stations, and treatment plants.
• Gain exposure to project management, client interface, and business development for future projects.
• Conduct site visits during design and construction to observe installations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Job description

STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Water/Wastewater Intern to join our team. This internship offers an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate-level candidates to work alongside our experienced team, learn, and contribute to meaningful projects. This hybrid position requires at least 3 days a week in the office. Preference will be given to those who can participate in the internship for at least 3 months and can work full-time.

Responsibilities

• Support the performance of pipeline hydraulic flow and pressure calculations.
• Assist in performing pump calculations and developing system curves for sizing pumps.
• Prepare construction and design cost estimates under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in the planning and design of water and wastewater pipelines, pumping, storage, and treatment systems.
• Assist in the planning and design of water and wastewater facility projects, including pump stations, lift stations, and treatment plants.
• Gain exposure to project management, client interface, and business development for future projects.
• Conduct site visits during design and construction to observe construction installations.
• Review construction shop drawings and submittals for compliance with project design documents.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support project goals and team objectives.

Required

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or NCEES equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or interest in water/wastewater treatment and pumping facilities design is preferred.
• Familiarity with production tools, or modeling and design software is a plus.
• Experience in the architecture/engineering/construction management industry.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation Range:

$54,810.00 - $62,284.00

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.