2026 Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern- Hawaii

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants • Honolulu, HI

111d • $20 - $25

About The Position

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions. We are looking for ambitious achievers to join our 2026 Kickstart Internship Program in Honolulu, Hawaii! Your work will support project teams providing solutions for water resources, water quality, wastewater and water treatment, and recycled water planning and implementation issues that our water environment, transportation, and industrial sector clients are facing. You will have opportunities to get involved in significant projects throughout the United States. These projects may involve field work, technical report preparation and calculations, pre-construction conditions documentation, design plans and specifications.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or Drafting 3D Design
• Completion of a minimum of sophomore (second-year) standing in an accredited engineering program

Responsibilities

• Working on a variety of projects which allow you to apply skills and calculations learned in school
• Managing ongoing projects and communicating with other team members and clients
• Attending and contributing to client meetings
• Visiting project sites
• Receiving mentorship and advising
• Networking with employees and clients

Benefits

• Quality medical coverage or a $150 monthly stipend if you have other coverage
• $15 per month toward cell phone costs
• Opportunity to participate in 401(k) plan
• Accrue paid sick time throughout the program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree