Civil (Solid Waste) Intern/Co-Op

HDR • Raleigh, NC

3d

About The Position

HDR is seeking a Civil (Solid Waste) Intern to gain real-world experience on solid waste facilities and environmental projects, including landfills, recycling facilities, remediation sites, and waste transfer stations. The role applies standard engineering techniques and procedures and works under the guidance and direct supervision of a senior-level Engineer.

The intern will assist with groundwater sampling programs, including coordinating with laboratories, analyzing data, and preparing reports for private and public clients to support regulatory agency compliance. Other work may include site layouts, grading plans, utility layouts, cost estimating, drainage reviews, and administrative support for project managers and clients. The position also offers opportunities to connect with recent graduates and company leaders through mentoring and young professionals’ programs.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably have completed at least two years toward a degree and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Prior field work and environmental regulations experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation is a plus.
• Preference is given to local candidates.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to solid waste facilities and environmental projects, including landfills, recycling facilities, remediation sites, and waste transfer stations.
• Assist with groundwater sampling programs under the guidance and direct supervision of a senior-level Engineer.
• Coordinate with laboratories, analyze data, and prepare reports for private and public clients for regulatory agency compliance.
• Perform site layouts, grading plans, utility layouts, cost estimating, and drainage reviews as needed.
• Provide administrative support to project managers and clients.
• Participate in mentoring and young professionals’ programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed