Coastal Engineering Internship - Summer 2026

Moffatt & Nichol • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Coastal Engineering Intern in summer in our Raleigh office.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Coastal, Ocean, or Water Resources Engineering, or Environmental / Civil Engineering with a Coastal Emphasis
• Must be a rising Junior in your bachelor’s degree program
• Working towards an EIT certification
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Nice To Haves

• A Master's degree student is preferred
• At least one previous related internship preferred but not required
• Programming skills desired (MATLAB, Python or similar)
• Design skills desired with proficiency in: ArcGIS, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, and/or Google Earth Engine, etc.

Responsibilities

• Implement scientific and regulatory tasks for projects in order to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations and policies, including NEPA, Endangered Species Act, and Clean Water Act
• Use scientific tools to support design of coastal engineering structures, wetlands, dredging programs, coastal resiliency programs, shoreline protection programs, and sediment management programs
• Collect data through observations in the field, collect field samples, review laboratory results and/or literature
• Use models, statistical tools, and other computer-based tools to generate and analyze data
• Review current scientific literature on an ongoing basis to stay abreast of developments in the field
• Prepare graphs, charts, and generate reports from synthesized data for project managers
• Analyze data to assess the environment, may compare results to established standards

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees