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WSP

Early Career Water Resources Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$75K - $103K/yr

Excellent research skills with analytical mindset. * Familiarity with the concepts of professional ... Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline. * A member ...

WSP

Early Career Water Resources Engineer

Houston, TX

$75K - $103K/yr

Excellent research skills with analytical mindset. * Familiarity with the concepts of professional ... Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline. * A member ...

Socket.dev

Water Resources Engineer

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Our Water Resources team helps communities and clients tackle complex challenges related to ... internships, co-ops, part-time, or full‑time employment. * Strong analytical, problem-solving ...

County of Monterey

Water Resources Engineer

Salinas, CA

$84K - $116K/yr

... research, planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of flood control and water ... Water Resources Engineer THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the ...

CHA Consulting, Inc.

Water Resources Engineer

Albany, NY · On-site

$72K - $78K/yr

No experience required; however prior internships and/or relevant coursework are preferred * Strong ... water resources experts * Build a strong technical foundation by supporting hydraulic and ...

WSP

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Tampa, FL

Perform professional water resources engineering work and conduct investigations, analysis, and ... Research environmental databases regarding historical property land uses. * Prepare data and ...

WSP

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

Perform professional water resources engineering work and conduct investigations, analysis, and ... Research environmental databases regarding historical property land uses. * Prepare data and ...

Wood Plc

Junior Water Resources Engineer

Knoxville, TN

$75K - $103K/yr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is currently recruiting entry level Water Resources Engineers in ... Classwork or job/internship in the following knowledge sets is desired: * HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM ...

Wood Plc

Junior Water Resources Engineer

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$74K - $101K/yr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is currently recruiting entry level Water Resources Engineers in ... Classwork or job/internship in the following knowledge sets is desired: * HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM ...

Wood Plc

Junior Water Resources Engineer

Nashville, TN

$76K - $104K/yr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is currently recruiting entry level Water Resources Engineers in ... Classwork or job/internship in the following knowledge sets is desired: * HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM ...

Wood Plc

Water Resources Engineer

Boston, MA · Remote

$85K - $117K/yr

Prepare project reports including engineering calculations, planning, and drafting technical engineering reports, research, and data entry; and * Work with a team of Water Resources Engineers and GIS ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average monthly pay for internship water resources research in the United States is $6,439.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $4,416.67 and $7,666.67 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Water Resources Research vs Water Resources Engineer?

AspectInternship Water Resources ResearchWater Resources Engineer
CredentialsTypically students or recent graduates; no professional license requiredBachelor's or master's degree in civil/environmental engineering; licensure may be preferred
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, universities, or field sites; supervised internship settingDesign, planning, and management of water projects; office and field work
Employer & IndustryUniversities, research institutions, government agenciesEngineering firms, government agencies, consulting companies

In summary, an Internship Water Resources Research focuses on gaining research experience in water resources, often in academic or lab settings, while a Water Resources Engineer applies engineering principles to develop and manage water infrastructure projects. The internship is more educational and exploratory, whereas the engineer role involves practical application and project execution.

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Early Career Water Resources Engineer

WSP

Houston, TX • On-site

$75K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

WSP rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 72 rated business consultants

Job description


This Opportunity
Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the analysis, development, and design of processes and infrastructure relating to water supply, stormwater facilities, irrigation facilities, culverts, hydrology, open channel hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, floodplain modeling/mapping, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, river/stream/habitat restoration and fish passage, pollution control and treatment, and preserving the quality of the environment by averting the contamination and degradation of water resources. Generates accurate and concise documentation, ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.
Your Impact
  • Under general supervision, collect and compile environmental data from samples of water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis.
  • Study water cycles and directions in which water flows to determine the influence of weather and other environmental forces.
  • Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements.
  • Assist with performing basic professional water resources engineering work relating to water supply/quality/management, stormwater facilities, irrigation facilities, culverts, hydrology, open channel hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, floodplain modeling/mapping, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, canal development, river/stream/habitat restoration and fish passage, waste disposal, pollution control and treatment, and preserving the quality of the environment by averting the contamination and degradation of water resources.
  • Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site, providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues.
  • Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook.
  • Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, statistical documentation, and logbooks.
  • Complete training on assigned tasks.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline.
  • Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
  • Familiarity with the concepts of professional water resources engineering work relating to water supply, quality, management, and treatment for various end uses - recreationally, commercially, and/or industrially.
  • Familiarity with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
  • Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Engineer in Training Certification.
  • Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
  • A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

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