Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern

1w1 week ago

Ardurra

Fort Lauderdale, US · Internship · $42,000 – $52,000

About this role

Ardurra is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern to join the team in the Ft Lauderdale office for the summer. Interns work alongside experienced engineers and project managers on meaningful water and wastewater projects supporting municipalities and public agencies across the Southeast Region. Gain hands-on experience in planning, designing, and analyzing systems that improve water quality, reliability, and sustainability.

This internship provides exposure to real-world engineering work in treatment facilities, pipelines, pump stations, distribution systems, and collection networks. Perform limited-scope assignments applying standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. Collaborate closely with senior engineers and project managers while gaining hands-on experience in planning, design, analysis, permitting, and field work.

Daily tasks include assisting in design and analysis, preparing drawings and reports, conducting hydraulic modeling and calculations, and participating in field investigations and site inspections. Contact vendors for quotes, support permitting and scheduling, review drawings for accuracy, and utilize engineering software tools. Work with multidisciplinary project teams providing technical assistance as needed.

Receive mentorship from experienced engineers and project managers with exposure to real client projects and deliverables. Build technical skills, enhance drawing and communication abilities, and explore a future career in the water industry. Potential consideration for future entry-level opportunities as applicable and available.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or holding a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline
0–2 years of experience; internship experience preferred but not required
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and solid work ethic
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Team-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam
Proficiency or familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, GIS, and hydraulic modeling software is preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in the design and analysis of water/wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and collection networks
Prepare engineering drawings, reports, technical memoranda, and specifications
Conduct hydraulic modeling, engineering calculations, and material quantity take-offs
Participate in field investigations, field tests, measurements, and site inspections; collect and process field data
Contact vendors to obtain budgetary quotes and assist in developing construction cost estimates
Support permitting, regulatory compliance documentation, and project scheduling efforts
Review design drawings within defined limits for accuracy and adherence to standards
Utilize various engineering software tools, Microsoft Office applications, and design programs to support project tasks

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced engineers and project managers
Exposure to real client projects and deliverables
Potential consideration for future entry-level opportunities (as applicable and available)
Family-like culture that is enjoyable, challenging, rewarding, and fun
Internal Ardurra Academy for staff development
Industry-leading Leadership program