Internship - Civil & Water Resources Engineering

Shive Hattery Group•West Des Moines, IA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Internships offer invaluable hands-on experience to enhance your knowledge and understanding of your chosen career path. At Shive-Hattery, you’ll be treated as a full-time staff member with access to the same opportunities for learning and growth. You’ll work on actual client projects, where your contributions will directly impact both Shive-Hattery and the community. This experience will help expand your professional skill set and strengthen your portfolio, setting you up for future success. As an intern, you will be paired with a mid-to-senior level employee who will serve as your mentor. This mentor/mentee relationship is designed to foster a supportive environment where you can candidly discuss your career goals and aspirations. Our one-on-one informal mentoring approach fosters the development of professional relationships that complement your academic learning, enriching your overall internship experience. As a Water Resources Engineering intern you will work on a variety of project types including hydrology & hydraulics studies, lake restoration, wetlands, dams and abandoned mine land reclamation projects. Additional opportunities for civil engineering projects like traffic, transportation, site design, and more will be available to interested candidates as our team believes a well-rounded internship provides the best internship experience for those who are still unsure what their preferred practice area might be. These experiences will provide insights into the profession, collaborative teamwork, and serving the needs of our clients.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Submit cover letter, resume, and portfolio for consideration.
If unable to submit portfolio due to size constraints, include a link to portfolio in cover letter.

Nice To Haves

Interested in civil engineering projects like traffic, transportation, site design, and more.

Responsibilities

Support the firm and shape projects from concept through completion.
Collaborate with talented teammates.
Contribute expertise to deliver thoughtful, high-quality solutions.
Work on actual client projects.
Expand professional skill set and strengthen portfolio.
Work on a variety of project types including hydrology & hydraulics studies, lake restoration, wetlands, dams and abandoned mine land reclamation projects.
Engage in civil engineering projects like traffic, transportation, and site design.