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Arcadis

Water Engineer Intern

Middletown, CT

$23.75 - $35.62/hr

As a Water Engineer Co-Op/Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on ... Support preparation of reports, presentations, and other audio-visual materials, and participate in ...

Arcadis

Water Engineer Intern

Middletown, CT · On-site

$23.75 - $35.62/hr

As a Water Engineer Co-Op/Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on ... Support preparation of reports, presentations, and other audio-visual materials, and participate in ...

Medtronic

Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

North Haven, CT

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Develop, apply, andmaintainquality standards and protocols for materials, components, and finished products. * Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to support quality ...

Medtronic

Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

North Haven, CT

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Develop, apply, andmaintainquality standards and protocols for materials, components, and finished products. * Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to support quality ...

US Department of the Navy

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Groton, CT · On-site

$100K/yr

... strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d ... OR Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or licensure as a ...

US Department of the Navy

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Groton, CT · On-site

$100K/yr

... strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d ... OR Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or licensure as a ...

US Department of the Navy

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Groton, CT · On-site

$100K/yr

... strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d ... OR Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or licensure as a ...

Marmon

Facilities/Maintenance Intern

East Granby, CT · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

We have over 100 years of innovative engineered solutions for critical, industrial, and commercial ... This includes mechanical and electrical prints, operating and troubleshooting manuals, material ...

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How much do materials engineer intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for materials engineer intern in Connecticut is $18.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.34 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a materials engineer intern do?

A Materials Engineer Intern supports professional engineers in researching, developing, and testing materials used to create a wide range of products. Typical tasks include assisting with laboratory experiments, analyzing material properties, preparing reports, and helping to improve material performance or processes. Interns often work under supervision, gaining hands-on experience with materials such as metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. This internship helps students or recent graduates apply theoretical knowledge to real-world engineering problems and prepares them for a full-time role in materials engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a materials engineer intern?

To thrive as a Materials Engineer Intern, you need a solid understanding of materials science fundamentals, laboratory techniques, and coursework in engineering or related fields. Familiarity with analytical tools like scanning electron microscopes (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and software such as MATLAB or AutoCAD is commonly expected. Curiosity, attention to detail, and strong teamwork and communication skills help interns contribute effectively to projects and collaborate with mentors. These capabilities are crucial for accurate experimentation, data analysis, and successful integration into engineering teams.

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

AspectMaterials Engineer InternMaterials Engineer
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing a bachelor's degree in materials science or engineering; internship experience preferredBachelor's degree in materials science, engineering, or related field; professional licensure optional
Work EnvironmentSupportive, learning-focused environment within manufacturing, research labs, or R&D departmentsFull-time professional role in designing, testing, and analyzing materials in industrial settings
Employer & Industry UsageInternships offered by manufacturing firms, aerospace, automotive, and research institutionsFull-time positions in similar industries, often with more responsibility and project leadership

Materials Engineer Interns are students gaining practical experience, while Materials Engineers are full-time professionals responsible for developing and testing materials. Interns focus on learning and supporting projects, whereas Engineers lead design and analysis tasks in their field.

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Infographic showing various Materials Engineer Intern job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,217 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

Water Engineer Intern

Middletown, CT

Arcadis
Engineering Professional Services • 10K+ employees

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$23.75 - $35.62/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:
We are currently seeking a Water Engineer Co-Op or Intern to join our Water Business Line in our Middletown, CT office in Fall 2026.
We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. Around the world, we're feeling the effects climate change, rapid urbanization, loss of biodiversity. The rate at which we're seeing large-scale, unforeseen events such as floods and wildfires, is becoming more frequent. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.
 
Role accountabilities:
As a Water Engineer Co-Op/Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in various aspects of water engineering projects. Your role will involve evaluating, planning, designing, and supporting the management of projects related to water/wastewater/stormwater treatment and conveyance, including pipelines and pumping facilities. You will also be involved in assessing, developing, and supporting the management of sustainability and resilience projects, which include vulnerability and mitigation assessments, as well as planning and design for utilities, municipalities, and cities.
 
Fieldwork activities will be an integral part of your experience, where you will have the chance to conduct site visits, perform sampling, conduct water quality analyses, evaluate technologies, gather plant operations information, troubleshoot processes, and optimize systems. 
 
 
In addition, you will be responsible for the following:
  • Support preparation of reports, presentations, and other audio-visual materials, and participate in client meetings.
  • Ensure project compliance with all Arcadis practices and quality, health and safety standards, and facilitate coordination for timely completion and submission of projects on time and budget.
  • Work independently and as part of a team, with the flexibility to accommodate collaboration with team members across the U.S. and internationally.
  • Learn and use digital tools to enhance customer experience, team and client collaboration, and project delivery including configuration and deployment of SharePoint, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Power BI, and Augmented Reality.
What skills do you need?
  • Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and work ethic
  • The initiative and ability to take on new projects and other challenges regularly.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Self-motivated, team-oriented and flexible, with the ability to balance and address new challenges as they arise
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water/wastewater/stormwater.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
  • Pursuing a BS in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering, or another closely related academic discipline.
  • At least 16-20 hours of weekly availability during the fall semester (August - December 2026)
 Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior internship or coursework in water/wastewater, water resources, or related sectors.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for part-time, as needed positions. These benefits include EAP, 401K, and optional well being benefits. The salary range for this position is $23.75 - $35.62 per hour. 

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Our work with clients has a direct impact on people's lives and on the planet. We make moving, living and belonging in cities safer, more resilient and more sustainable. By partnering with our clients as responsible custodians of our earth's resources, we can create a sustainable planet. We continue to think of new ways to make positive impacts and create better experiences for people; data driven and digital solutions have become part of the Arcadis DNA. Working together with clients and using techniques like design thinking, we can get to the heart of our clients' most pressing challenges and work together to solve them.

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10,000+ Employees

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Highlands Ranch, CO, US

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