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Dewberry

Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern

Boston, MA · On-site

$18.75 - $29.75/hr

Dewberry is currently seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Boston, MA office. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join ...

Dewberry

Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern

Boston, MA · On-site

$18.75 - $29.75/hr

Dewberry is currently seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Boston, MA office. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join ...

AECOM

Civil Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

Chelmsford, MA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Prior related intern and/or professional experience. * Successful Passing of the Engineer-in ... water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and ...

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A Water Engineer Intern assists professional water engineers in designing, planning, and managing water-related projects such as water supply systems, wastewater treatment, and flood control. Typical tasks may include conducting field surveys, collecting and analyzing water samples, using engineering software, and preparing technical reports. Interns also learn about regulatory standards and gain hands-on experience working with multidisciplinary teams. The internship provides valuable exposure to the challenges and solutions in water resource management.

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To thrive as a Water Engineer Intern, you need a background in civil or environmental engineering, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with water resource management principles, often supported by progress toward a relevant engineering degree. Experience with AutoCAD, GIS, and hydrologic modeling software is typically required, along with knowledge of relevant regulations and standards. Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities are essential soft skills in this collaborative field. These competencies ensure interns can contribute meaningfully to water projects, support compliance, and develop practical solutions to real-world water challenges.

What types of projects and responsibilities can a water engineer intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Water Engineer Intern, you'll typically assist with a range of tasks such as collecting and analyzing water samples, supporting the design of water treatment systems, and helping prepare technical reports. You may work closely with senior engineers on site inspections, infrastructure assessments, and drafting plans using tools like AutoCAD or GIS. Interns often participate in team meetings, gaining exposure to real-world project workflows and problem-solving in areas like water supply, wastewater management, and environmental compliance. This hands-on experience is valuable for developing technical skills and understanding the collaborative nature of water engineering projects.

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Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern

Dewberry

Boston, MA • On-site

$18.75 - $29.75/hr

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Dewberry rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


Dewberry is currently seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Boston, MA office.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join a team of outstanding professionals. This position offers potential for professional growth in a great working environment and the opportunity to apply the latest technology to help our clients solve their most challenging problems.
*Local candidates preferred, no housing stipend provided
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500+ professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with designing water collection, storage, and distribution systems as well as water treatment systems.
  • Assist with designing wastewater collection and transmission systems.
  • Provide support by conducting alternative technology evaluations.
  • Help with performing hydraulic modeling, preparing specifications and design calculations, and preparing technical memoranda.

Required Skills & Required Experience
  • Currently pursuing a B.S. in Civil, Environmental or related Engineering required.
  • Previous internship experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.
  • Experience in Microsoft office is preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Must be able to work in a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So, if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
Salary Range
$18.75/hour - $29.75/hour. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.
Program Information
Summer Intern Program
During the summer intern program, interns gain hands-on project experience, develop technical skills, and put their classroom knowledge into action. Our interns are assigned meaningful work and are given the opportunity to work on projects similar to what they would be engaging with as a full-time employee.
Our interns get the opportunity to participate in a series of workshops and events, including:
  • Networking opportunities to meet other interns, staff, and senior leaders across the business.
  • Learning about our services, projects, and clients.
  • Professional development workshops, including a career planning workshop and a DiSC assessment to learn more about themselves and how to work effectively with others.
  • Summer-long group project where interns work alongside firm leaders to address issues that will impact our future strategy.

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