About the role#
Gannett Fleming is hiring a Water Engineering Intern to join our team in State College. This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027. You will work on a team providing design services for water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects. You will receive mentorship from experienced professionals throughout the program.
What you'll do#
- Participate in the planning, design, and construction administration of infrastructure projects.
- Assist with site visits, surveys, inspections, and data collection.
- Prepare reports, design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Review subdivision, land development, grading, and zoning plans, including stormwater management and erosion control.
- Prepare permit applications for federal, state, and local agencies.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
- Demonstrated interest in water or wastewater engineering through prior work, internships, or coursework.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in the field and contribute to project teams.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with BIM, Civil 3D, GIS, hydraulic/hydrologic modeling, and other specialty engineering software is preferred.
- Experience with municipal and private utilities is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: State College, Pennsylvania.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Mid-May through mid-August 2027.
- Compensation: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour, depending on experience and location.
- Note: This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
About Gannett Fleming
Gannett Fleming is a privately held civil engineering firm. It provides infrastructure solutions for markets including transportation, water resources, life sciences, and energy. The company operates across North America and select global locations. It employs over 1,700 people and maintains its headquarters in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
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