Water + Environment Student Intern - Civil (Summer 2027)

Gresham Smith•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Gresham Smith’s water experts address challenges involving changing regulations, aging infrastructure, and emerging technologies, designing solutions that support clean drinking water, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and resilient communities. The internship gives students real-world experience in a supportive environment focused on personal and professional growth. As an Engineering Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers on real-world project design and delivery, apply classroom knowledge, develop technical skills, and learn how multidisciplinary teams collaborate. Many interns continue their careers with Gresham Smith after graduation. The potential hourly range is $18.00–$32.00, based on discipline, school year completed, and relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. The estimate is unadjusted for location-based differences and may vary by work location. Benefits depend on hourly schedule and include medical insurance, a Health Savings Account, Health Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k)/Roth retirement plans, paid holidays, and free parking. Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and invites everyone to apply. Students holding F-1, OPT, or H1-B visas are eligible for consideration.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, Environmental, Industrial, or related).
Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate curiosity and initiative.
Effective time management, task prioritization, and professional organization.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to engineering or design software.

Responsibilities

Assist with drawings, calculations, and project documentation.
Support design tasks using engineering software such as Revit, Civil 3D, or MicroStation.
Conduct research, gather data, and help prepare reports and cost estimates.
Participate in site visits to observe conditions and construction progress.
Collaborate with team members while learning about the project delivery process.