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Olsson

Engineering Internship - Water/Wastewater

Omaha, NE · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

As one of our summer 2027 engineering student interns with the Water/Wastewater team, you will ... performance. Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female ...

Olsson

Engineering Internship - Water/Wastewater

Kearney, NE · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

As one of our summer 2027 engineering student interns with the Water/Wastewater team, you will ... performance. Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female ...

Olsson

Engineering Internship - Water/Wastewater

Kearney, NE · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

As one of our summer 2027 engineering student interns with the Water/Wastewater team, you will ... performance. Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female ...

Olsson

Engineering Internship - Water Resources

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $19/hr

We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to ... performance. Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female ...

Olsson

Engineering Internship - Water Resources

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $19/hr

We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to ... performance. Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female ...

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What is a performance engineering internship?

A Performance Engineering Internship is a temporary position where students or recent graduates work with engineering teams to analyze, test, and optimize the performance of software, hardware, or systems. Interns typically assist in identifying bottlenecks, conducting performance tests, and implementing solutions to improve system speed, scalability, and reliability. This role provides hands-on experience with performance monitoring tools, coding, and collaboration with experienced engineers. It is an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills and gain insight into the field of performance engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a performance engineering intern?

To thrive as a Performance Engineering Intern, you need a background in computer science or related fields, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with programming languages like Java, Python, or C++. Experience with performance testing tools (such as JMeter or LoadRunner), monitoring systems, and understanding of performance metrics is often expected. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication help interns collaborate with teams and identify optimization opportunities. These skills are essential for analyzing system performance, diagnosing bottlenecks, and supporting efficient, scalable solutions.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a performance engineering internship?

As a Performance Engineering Intern, you’ll typically be involved in analyzing and optimizing software or system performance through tasks like load testing, benchmarking, and profiling applications. You might assist in identifying bottlenecks, tuning configurations, and collaborating with development teams to implement improvements. Interns often work closely with mentors and team members, gaining hands-on experience with a variety of tools and methodologies. This role offers valuable exposure to both technical problem-solving and cross-functional teamwork, providing a strong foundation for future opportunities in performance engineering or related fields.
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Engineering Internship - Water/Wastewater

Lincoln, NE

Olsson
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Olssonexternal

$14.50 - $19/hr

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform project design using CAD/modeling software and prepare construction documents.

  • Work on projects related to wastewater collection, treatment, water supply, storage, and distribution.

  • Collaborate with team members and engineers on various water and wastewater projects.

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson offers clients a full spectrum of water and wastewater services, including planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services. As one of our summer 2027 engineering student interns with the Water/Wastewater team, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. You will provide project design utilizing CAD/modeling software, perform technical analysis, prepare construction documents, provide construction services, perform research, and write technical reports. You will work closely with other team members and engineers on projects related to wastewater collection and treatment along with water supply, storage, treatment, and distribution. Typical projects you will work on include sanitary sewer piping, water and wastewater pump stations, water piping, water supply wells, water storage tanks, and water treatment facilities.

We have one current internship opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Kearney, NE; Lincoln, NE; or Omaha, NE office location. 

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

  • Working collaboratively with others.
  • Having ownership in the work you do.
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team 
  • Pursuing a civil, environmental, or other related engineering degree
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Strong attention to detail

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

  • Receive a competitive 401(k) match
  • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants' personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the "CCPA"), this notice explains Olsson's practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.

For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.