Internship – Water Resources Engineer (Hybrid)

Barr • Minneapolis, MN

4d • $23 - $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking an engineering student to work on project teams involved with civil engineering, hydraulic and hydrologic design and analysis, and related technical activities. Typical project assignments may include basic engineering computations (e.g., area, volume, discharge rate) and technical analysis, including spreadsheet and GIS-based data analysis; design of structures; hydraulic and/or hydrologic model input data collection and preparation; technical writing; field data collection; mapping; and site surveys and construction observation. A successful person in this role is motivated and emphasizes client service by providing quality deliverables. They enjoy working independently and as part of a team, using their expertise and technical skills to add to each project. They are flexible in working with their project teams and are willing to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and/or client needs. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, and follow-up, are key to success. Additionally, this role requires the ability to effectively present technical information to diverse audiences.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering or a related engineering field.
• Completed or enrolled in relevant engineering courses such as engineering hydrology, applied hydrology, water resource engineering, open channel hydraulics, etc.
• Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software.
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients.
• Be willing to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs.
• Be able to work in locations that have rough terrain typical of construction sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities.
• Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D or other CADD-based civil design software.
• Previous engineering, field, or geotechnical experience.
• Completion of at least one semester of upper-division engineering coursework.
• GPA of 3.2/4.0.

Responsibilities

• AutoCAD/Civil 3D drafting and design
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
• Field observation and field data collection
• Surveying and construction observation
• Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees