About the role#
As a Civil Engineer Intern for the Water division, you will contribute to critical infrastructure projects. This full-time, paid internship takes place during the Summer of 2027. You will work on multidisciplinary teams to support the design and construction of water and wastewater facilities.
What you'll do#
- Read and apply departmental design guides, standards, and engineering codes.
- Coordinate with project teams to support water and wastewater infrastructure development.
- Perform research and provide recommendations for equipment and material selection.
- Prepare basic engineering calculations using standard methods.
- Assist with project schedules, cost estimates, and engineering deliverables.
- Develop and apply knowledge of engineering software, design tools, and digital delivery methods.
- Focus on internal client needs while learning about the interests and drivers of external clients.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program.
- Academic emphasis in Structural, Environmental, Transportation, or Geotechnical engineering.
- Basic knowledge of engineering design principles, industry trends, and construction practices.
- Preferred: Coursework in water/wastewater, hydraulics, and fluid mechanics.
- Preferred: A 3.0 GPA.
- No prior experience is required.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site role.
- Locations include Blue Ash, OH; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Indianapolis, IN; and Bloomington, MN.
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Black & Veatch
Black & Veatch provides engineering services across multiple sectors. The company operates as a privately held organization with over 10,000 employees. It maintains its headquarters in Overland Park, Kansas. Founded in 1915, the firm focuses on projects including security.
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