Water Resources Intern - Summer 2027

Overview

As a Water Resources Intern with Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), in our Knoxville, TN office, you will work alongside experienced engineers on a variety of projects involving hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management, floodplain studies, stream restoration, dam safety assessments, and drainage infrastructure design. Our team supports public and private sector clients on projects that help communities manage water resources, reduce flood risk, improve resiliency, and protect natural systems. As an intern, you will contribute to real-world engineering projects while gaining hands-on experience in technical analysis, design, field investigations, and consulting. You will work closely with engineers and project managers across multiple disciplines and offices, developing skills that support a successful career in water resources engineering.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for rivers, streams, storm drainage systems, and floodplains
• Supporting the design of stormwater management and drainage infrastructure
• Assisting with dam safety evaluations and watershed studies
• Preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, maps, exhibits, and presentation materials
• Working with GIS, CAD, and engineering modeling software to support project development
• Conducting research and data collection for engineering studies
• Participating in field investigations, site visits, stream assessments, and infrastructure inspections
• Collaborating with engineers, scientists, surveyors, and other professionals on multidisciplinary project teams

During your internship, you may gain exposure to:

• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, and related tools
• Floodplain management, FEMA studies, and drainage analysis
• Stream restoration and river engineering projects
• Stormwater facility design and watershed planning
• GIS and geospatial analysis applications
• Engineering consulting practices, project delivery, client service, and teamwork

Through the CEC Internship Program, you will:

• Acquire practical experience applying knowledge from college courses, learn from industry experts, and collaborate with multi-discipline teams across functional groups and locations
• Develop a robust professional network through social events and interactive activities
• Collaborate closely with a mentor in your discipline to tackle real-world challenges
• Participate in workshops to help foster interpersonal skills within the workplace and prepare students for success in their full-time career

Qualifications

• Current enrollment as a junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or related engineering software preferred
• Coursework or experience related to water resources, hydrology, hydraulics, or stormwater engineering preferred
• Previous internship, co-op, research, or leadership experience preferred

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the U.S. without sponsorship.