Civil Engineer Intern - Water (Charlotte)

Black & Veatch Family of Companies • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

As a Summer Intern at Black & Veatch, you will contribute to projects addressing critical infrastructure challenges and support client goals while developing professionally. The role supports water and wastewater infrastructure projects, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and contributing to engineering design and construction activities. Interns gain experience with engineering software, design tools, digital delivery methods, calculations, research, equipment and materials selection, project schedules, cost estimates, and engineering deliverables.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited university Civil Engineering program, with emphasis in Structural, Environmental, Transportation, or Geotechnical engineering.
• No prior experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in water/wastewater, hydraulics, and fluid mechanics.
• A 3.0 GPA.
• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to the assigned discipline.
• Basic industry knowledge and awareness of technology trends.
• Basic knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and apply departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes, and company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams supporting the design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Conduct routine research and develop recommendations for equipment and materials selection.
• Prepare basic engineering calculations using standard methods and principles.
• Assist with project schedules, cost estimates, and engineering deliverables.
• Focus on internal client needs while developing a basic understanding of external clients’ interests and drivers.
• Develop and apply knowledge of engineering software, design tools, and digital delivery methods.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• Company-matched 401(k) plan.
• Adoption reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vendor discounts.
• Employee referral program.
• AD&D insurance.
• Pre-tax accounts.
• Voluntary legal plan.
• B&V Credit Union.
• Potential eligibility for a performance-based bonus program.
• Stock ownership and shared financial rewards through the employee-owned ESOP.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern