About the role#
This internship offers students the opportunity to engage in civil and water resources engineering to expand their education. You will work with project teams on a variety of public water and drainage-related projects. Interns are eligible to participate in the in-house staff development program.
What you'll do#
- Participate in public water and drainage projects, including commercial development assessment and design.
- Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and perform FEMA studies.
- Assist with roadway drainage design, flood warning system development, and public infrastructure projects.
What you'll need#
- A BS in Civil Engineering or current enrollment in relevant coursework.
- A sound technical background with strong written and oral communication skills.
- Understanding of basic hydrologic and hydraulic principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Availability for a minimum of 20 hours per week (flexible schedules are negotiable).
- Preference is given to candidates with experience in HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, SWMM5, or ArcGIS.
Location & details#
- Locations: Houston, Dallas, or Fort Worth, Texas.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Walter P Moore
Walter P Moore is an engineering services firm founded in 1931. The company provides structural, civil, traffic, and transportation engineering alongside diagnostics and construction services. It employs over 1,300 professionals across offices in the United States and international locations. The firm focuses on infrastructure and structural projects for communities.
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