About the role#
HDR is seeking a Water Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site, paid internship based in Tampa, Florida. You will work within our Water Business Group to support projects involving water treatment, distribution, and infrastructure resilience.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers and project teams with planning, design, and analysis for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Support the development of sustainable solutions for water treatment, distribution, collection, and reuse systems.
- Participate in field visits, site inspections, and project meetings.
- Analyze data, prepare calculations, and assist in developing technical reports and design documents.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex infrastructure challenges.
- Gain exposure to technologies and engineering practices used in the industry.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program, specifically in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Basic Microsoft Office skills.
- A commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
- Preferred: At least 2 years completed toward your degree with a 3.0+ GPA.
- Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to your field of study.
- A passion for water, sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community impact.
Location & details#
- Location: Tampa, Florida
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work Modality: On-site
- Position Type: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid
- Sponsorship: Not available
About HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm that provides engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. The company operates globally across sectors including healthcare, transportation, energy, and water resources. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, it employs over 17,000 people. It maintains a large network of offices to support its diverse project portfolio.
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