Junior Java Developer Intern Jobs in Lafayette, LA

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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We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
HDR currently seeking a Site Civil EIT/Coordinator with the technical skills and desire to help support our nationally recognized Building Engineering Services Group, consisting of core services of Mechanical, Electrical, Structural and Site Civil Engineering. This person will be contributing to the design of facility related sites in support of a variety of markets including Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Municipal, Civic, Industrial, and Mission Critical buildings and infrastructure. This individual should be self-motivated, collaborative, and possess strong communication skills with an initiative to deliver high quality, technically sound designs.
In the role of Site Civil Designer / EI, we'll count on you to:

• Assist on tasks associated with design and plan production for site development projects (layouts, grading, drainage, stormwater management, erosion & sediment control, site utilities, etc.).
• Develop concept site layouts that are compliant with all Jurisdictional requirements.
• Help prepare site civil engineering calculations in support of the site development (stormwater pond sizing, culvert and pipe capacity analysis, hydrology calcs, etc).
• Coordinate with Jurisdictional Authority to determine design and submittal requirements and determine design solutions.
• Perform administrative tasks associated with preparation of specifications, contracts documents, and permit submittals.
• Attend and contribute to client meetings.
• Coordinate with subconsultants for support and design services.
• Embrace continuous learning and professional growth in site civil design.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Be independent in your pursuit of information and solutions.
• Communicate effectively with managers and team members.
• Mentor junior staff and delegate appropriate tasks.
• Manage your time and organization of multiple tasks/projects.
• Perform other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ Years design experience in site civil design.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certificate or ability to obtain within 12 months. Candidates hired without their EI will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EI for career progression.
• Familiarity with CAD software such as Autodesk Civil 3D and specialty site civil engineering software (e.g., HydroCAD, Autodesk Hydraflow Extensions, etc.) as required.
• Experience in site development and the design of building related site civil (grading, utilities, storm drainage, stormwater management, and erosion control).
• Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 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.