Environmental Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Stantec • Sacramento, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Stantec is seeking an on-call, entry-level Environmental Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to support the Water Resources and Engineering Group within its Environmental Services team in the Northern California business unit. The position is based in the Sacramento, California (C Street) office. The intern will work with scientists, engineers, planners, and other environmental professionals on environmental compliance and engineering projects, including grading and utility design, stormwater, biological and cultural resources, and fieldwork. Projects may involve restoration, monitoring, and pre-construction work in the recreation, transportation, water, and energy industries.

The work is office-based with periods of fieldwork depending on project needs. Office work includes computer use and extended periods at a desk. Field conditions may vary from sea level to 10,000 feet and can involve extended work outdoors in hot or cold environments. Field activities may include hiking long distances with gear, lifting heavy objects, climbing and bending, travel by backpacking, horseback riding or helicopter, camping at elevation or staying in communal housing, and working in the field for multiple consecutive days. The intern receives guidance and review from project engineers and scientists. Other duties may be assigned or changed at any time.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in environmental or civil engineering.
• Strong work ethic and ability to complete assigned tasks independently with guidance and review from project staff.
• Willingness to learn and follow directions.
• Ability to work well independently and with a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative.
• Resourceful and detail-oriented.
• Growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support field inspections and data collection.
• Perform post-collection data entry and management.
• Contribute to technical report writing, including preparing tables and figures.
• Assist engineers in preparing contract documents and reports for civil engineering projects involving campgrounds, parks, recreational spaces, waterfront facilities, accessibility improvements, and transit facilities.
• Support computer-aided design and drafting, geospatial analysis and mapping, and checking drawings and calculations.
• Perform quantity take-offs and simple design calculations.
• May assist with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling efforts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED