About the role#
Wade Trim is hiring an Engineering Summer Intern for the Industrial Commercial Energy group in Grand Rapids. This is a full-time, paid position for the summer of 2027. You will work on-site and collaborate with various departments, including Planning, Design, and Hydraulics and Hydrology.
What you'll do#
- Perform routine calculations under the guidance of a senior engineer.
- Analyze continuous flow and rainfall data.
- Assist engineers with the development of spreadsheet tools.
- Obtain project drawings from local municipalities.
- Handle administrative tasks such as copying and scanning project drawings.
- Work alongside project managers and engineering staff.
- Communicate with staff and clients while maintaining strong professional relationships.
- Ensure a safe working environment at all times.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, with a preference for freshman or sophomore status.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
- Strong organizational skills and self-motivation.
- Clear communication skills.
- Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Revit is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Wade Trim
Wade Trim is a civil engineering firm founded in 1926. The company maintains its headquarters in Detroit and employs 824 people. It specializes in engineering, landscape architecture, planning, and surveying services. The firm operates as a privately held entity.
How to get in at Wade Trim
Securing an internship at Wade Trim requires timing your application to hit the recruiter's desk before the applicant pool becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first, as early applicants get seen before the pile grows. Reaching out to the right person is often more effective than submitting to a general portal. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral, which materially improves response rates.
