Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern — Summer 2027, Knoxville

Ardurra; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern to join our team in Knoxville, TN for Summer 2027. You will support engineering assignments across water and wastewater projects, gaining exposure to real-world civil engineering work and municipal/public agency projects.

Responsibilities include assisting in design and analysis of facilities, preparing drawings and reports, performing hydraulic modeling, field data collection, and supporting cost estimates and permitting efforts while

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.
• Proficiency or familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, GIS, and hydraulic modeling software preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and work ethic
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to work with a team of professionals and independently
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Bluebeam and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of water/wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and collection networks.
• Prepare engineering drawings, reports, technical memoranda, and specifications.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling, engineering calculations, and material quantity take-offs.
• Participate in field investigations, field tests, measurements, and site inspections; collect and process field data.
• Contact vendors to obtain budgetary quotes and assist in developing construction cost estimates.
• Support permitting, regulatory compliance documentation, and project scheduling efforts.
• Review design drawings within defined limits for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Utilize various engineering software tools, Microsoft Office applications, and design programs to support project tasks
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed to support team and organizational goals.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

GIS

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Ardurra is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern to join our team in Knoxville, TN for Summer 2027. You will support engineering assignments across water and wastewater projects, gaining exposure to real-world civil engineering work and municipal/public agency projects.

Responsibilities include assisting in design and analysis of facilities, preparing drawings and reports, performing hydraulic modeling, field data collection, and supporting cost estimates and permitting efforts while