About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world technical challenges. You will work alongside experienced professionals to support consulting teams on a variety of projects. This role involves research, analysis, and documentation to help deliver internal and client initiatives. You will gain exposure to the project lifecycle while working under the guidance of a supervisor.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project planning and execution.
- Perform technical and operational tasks to support project and team needs.
- Participate in meetings by taking notes, tracking action items, and supporting follow-up.
- Manage and deliver assigned tasks on time.
- Attend and complete Intern Workshops and Summer Series sessions.
- Complete an intern capstone project.
- Adapt to evolving business needs and take on additional assignments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Computer Engineering, or fields including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Data Science.
- Continued enrollment in an accredited program following the internship.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Ability to organize information, maintain documentation, and pay attention to detail.
- Basic written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- No prior professional experience is required.
- Preferred: Ability to attend site visits, such as at treatment plants or industrial facilities, as requested.
Location & details#
- Location: Irvine, California, United States.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time and paid position.
About Brown and Caldwell
Brown and Caldwell is an employee-owned firm based in Walnut Creek, California. Founded in 1947, the company focuses on the U.S. water and environmental sectors. It employs over 2,100 professionals across 52 locations. The firm provides engineering, construction, and consulting services to municipal, federal, and private organizations.
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