Water Engineering Intern
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?
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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 Water Business 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.
- Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional engineer or project manager on various engineering related projects.
- Evaluate and design water, wastewater, and water resources infrastructure.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental staff.
- Prepare reports and technical documents.
- Assist senior staff in maintaining project schedules and budgets.
- Build data analysis and visualization solutions.
- Use design and production tools including BIM platforms, modeling software, and other engineering applications.
- Perform other duties as needed.
- Completion of two years towards a degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering disciplie with a 3.0+ GPA.
- Coursework in Hydrology and Hydraulics, Stormwater Management and Design, Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes, Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Systems, or other topics focued on water/wastewater/water resources.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry.
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
- Attention to detail
- 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.
