Civil Engineering Stormwater Intern

AECOM•Grand Rapids, MI

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineering Stormwater Intern to be based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This internship will support the transportation drainage group by inspecting MDOT's stormwater management and treatment infrastructure. Work is expected to be approximately 50/50 split between field work and office work. All field work will be performed with a partner engineer, and may involve observing, measuring, and photographing the condition of stormwater infrastructure such as detention basins, ditches, and storm sewer outlets. Field work may involve overnight travel within Michigan. Office work can be performed from the Grand Rapids or Traverse City office. This position is expected to begin in May 2027. Internships are designed to introduce and build essential, hands on skills that differ from those attained in the academic arena and help to enhance the transition from student to professional. Interns are assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study.

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Must have completed at least one year of study.
Candidates who have recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the Master’s degree are eligible to apply.
Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Nice To Haves

Proficient with using Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Inspecting MDOT's stormwater management and treatment infrastructure.
Observing, measuring, and photographing the condition of stormwater infrastructure such as detention basins, ditches, and storm sewer outlets.
Performing approximately 50/50 split between field work and office work.
Assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study.