About the role#
This summer internship offers hands-on experience supporting municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will work alongside experienced engineers on pump stations, treatment facilities, and pipelines. The role focuses on the design and implementation of instrumentation, controls, and automation systems to ensure facility safety and efficiency. You will receive mentorship while contributing to real-world projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the development and modification of Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
- Support the specification and selection of process instrumentation, analyzers, control valves, and field devices.
- Gain exposure to PLC- and SCADA-based control systems.
- Assist with control system architecture and industrial communication network designs.
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and design documentation.
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural engineering teams.
- Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and field investigations.
- Assist with construction support, commissioning, and startup activities.
- Learn industry standards, best practices, and quality processes.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited university and returning to school after the internship.
- Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit is preferred.
- Exposure to PLCs, SCADA, or industrial automation through coursework or previous experience.
- Interest in water and wastewater treatment systems.
- EIT certification or plans to pursue it after graduation.
Location & details#
- Locations: Bellevue, Washington or Bend, Oregon.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Status: Full-time and paid ($42,000 to $62,000 annual equivalent, paid hourly).
About Jacobs
Jacobs provides consulting and technical services across sectors such as transportation, water, and life sciences. The company operates in fields including advanced manufacturing, energy, and environmental planning. It maintains a workforce of approximately 67,243 employees. The headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas.
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