1

Intern Flood Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Intern, Water Resources

Austin, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Civil Engineer Intern - Water Resources Halff is actively seeking an Intern for our Water Resources ... Flood Control Planning and Design * Floodplain Management, Studies and Mapping * Coastal ...

Engineering Intern - Water Resources

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

As an engineering intern in our water resources engineering group, you will participate with our ... design, flood warning system development, and public infrastructure projects. You will also be ...

Water Resources Professional Engineer (PE)

Tampa, FL · On-site

$74K - $102K/yr

... flood infrastructure planning, and design for private and public stormwater infrastructure * Professional Engineering (PE) License or Engineering Intern Certification (EI) in the state of Florida

Intern, Water Resources

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

The Civil Engineering Intern will help with drainage and stormwater analysis and design. The Intern ... Flood Control Planning and Design * Floodplain Management, Studies and Mapping * Coastal ...

Showing results 41-60

Intern Flood Engineer information

See salary details

$11

$19

$29

How much do intern flood engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern flood engineer in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intern Flood Engineer vs Flood Engineer?

AspectIntern Flood EngineerFlood Engineer
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recently completed a relevant degree (e.g., Civil Engineering)Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering or related field, with professional licensure often preferred
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised, often in internship or training programsFull-time professional role, responsible for designing and managing flood mitigation projects
ResponsibilitiesAssisting with data collection, basic modeling, and supporting senior engineersDeveloping flood models, analyzing data, and implementing flood risk solutions

The main difference between an Intern Flood Engineer and a Flood Engineer lies in experience and responsibilities. Interns are in training, assisting with tasks under supervision, while Flood Engineers are fully responsible for project execution and design. Internships serve as a stepping stone toward becoming a professional Flood Engineer.

More about Intern Flood Engineer jobs

What cities are hiring for Intern Flood Engineer jobs?

Cities with the most Intern Flood Engineer job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Flood Engineer jobs?

The most popular types of Flood Engineer jobs are:

What states have the most Intern Flood Engineer jobs?

States with the most job openings for Intern Flood Engineer jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Intern Flood Engineer jobs?

For Intern Flood Engineer jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Intern Flood Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,174 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Water Resources Engineering Intern

Saint Louis Park, MN • On-site

HDR, Inc.
Specialized Design Services • 5 - 10K employees

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Other

Posted 18 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist project engineers in applying design engineering and modeling techniques for water resource projects.

  • Focus on hydraulics and hydrology modeling, stormwater systems, data collection, and presentations.

  • Contribute to civil design and development of construction documents for water resources and stormwater projects.


HDR rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


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 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.

Primary Responsibilities

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

  • Work under project engineers on the application of various design engineering and modeling techniques in the development of water resource projects for federal, state and local clients
  • Focus on hydraulics and hydrology modeling, stormwater collection systems modeling, data collection, assimilation, and presentations
  • Focus on projects including flood control, river design, stream grade control structures, dike systems, levees, stream channel restoration/rehabilitation, wetland and lake restoration, watershed issues and non-point source loading and point source design
  • Focus on civil design and development of construction documents for water resources and stormwater projects
  • Produce design calculations, draft technical reports and perform water resources studies
  • Perform limited field work as required by current project load
  • Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
  • Completion of a previous internship in the field of water resources engineering
  • Experienced with software platforms such as AutoCAD, Microstation, ArcGIS, and hydraulic modeling software
  • Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to water resources engineering
  • Preference given to local candidates

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • 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.


What HDR employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


HDR logo

About HDR

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917