About the role#
As an Engineering Intern, you will apply your academic knowledge to real-world technical challenges. You will work alongside experienced professionals to support consulting teams on various projects. This role provides hands-on experience in a professional consulting environment, focusing on research, analysis, and project support. You will work under close supervision with regular guidance from your team.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project planning and execution.
- Support day-to-day activities within your assigned functional area.
- Participate in meetings by taking notes, tracking action items, and supporting follow-up.
- Perform technical and operational tasks to support business needs.
- Manage and deliver assignments on time.
- Attend and complete Intern Workshops and Summer Series sessions.
- Complete an intern capstone project.
- Adapt to additional assignments based on evolving team needs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Computer Engineering, or Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Environmental Engineering.
- Continued enrollment in an accredited degree program following the internship.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Ability to organize information, maintain documentation, and track tasks with attention to detail.
- Basic written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with technical, scientific, or data analysis tools relevant to your discipline.
- A willingness to learn new tools and methodologies.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Professionalism, curiosity, and a positive attitude.
- No prior professional experience is required.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Locations: Walnut Creek, California and Rancho Cordova, California
- Employment: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid internship
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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