Solid Waste Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Civil & Environmental Consultants•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

As a Civil Engineering Intern in Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC)’s Waste Management Practice, you will support office and field activities related primarily to solid waste landfills and transfer station facilities. Office work may include researching site histories, tabulating laboratory and field test data, compiling technical reports, and supporting design efforts such as stormwater management systems, leachate generation modeling, and landfill gas generation. AutoCAD design support may be available depending on your AutoCAD experience. Field work may include observing and logging geotechnical borings and test pits; performing Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) tasks, including monitoring and documenting landfill cell, cap, and gas collection system construction; and using equipment for landfill air quality monitoring. You will communicate with CEC office and field staff, clients, and contractors. Through CEC’s Internship Program, you will gain practical experience applying college coursework, learn from industry experts, collaborate across teams and locations, develop a professional network, work with a discipline mentor on real-world challenges, and participate in workshops focused on interpersonal skills and preparation for a full-time career.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering program.
Able to communicate effectively face-to-face and by email.
Organizational skills.
Ability to write daily reports.
Ability to use Excel spreadsheets to prepare calculations and analyze data.
Willing and able to work in the field.
Valid driver’s license.
Legally authorized to work for CEC in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Local candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

Support office and field activities associated primarily with solid waste landfill and transfer station facilities.
Research site histories, tabulate laboratory and field test data, and compile technical reports.
Support design efforts such as stormwater management system design, leachate generation modeling, and landfill gas generation.
Provide AutoCAD design support depending on AutoCAD experience.
Observe and log geotechnical borings and test pits.
Monitor and document landfill cell, cap, and gas collection system construction as part of CQA tasks.
Use equipment for landfill air quality monitoring.
Communicate with CEC office and field staff, clients, and contractors.
Participate in internship activities, including working with a mentor, collaborating across teams, and attending professional development workshops.