Water Resources Engineer Internship - Summer 2027
About The Position
This Summer 2027 Internship opportunity is for individuals who enjoy working on dynamic projects globally and are looking for a chance to apply their education and develop their skills with a company known for technical excellence. The role offers support for growth and professional development within Knight Piésold, a specialized international consulting firm providing engineering services in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower, and Water Resources. The firm has a long-standing reputation for client relationships and delivering exceptional services worldwide. Interns will gain real-world engineering experience supporting mining and infrastructure projects, receive mentorship from experienced engineers, learn industry-standard software and practices, and have opportunities to support projects across North America and internationally.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
- Students entering their junior year, senior year, or graduate studies are encouraged to apply.
- Strong interest in developing engineering and technical skills in a consulting environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and deliver quality work.
- Ability to use sound judgment and solve problems effectively.
- Ability to manage time and workload effectively, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in learning civil engineering fundamentals, surveying, drafting, and construction practices.
- Interest in learning to read and understand construction engineering plans and drawings, including sheet references and layering.
- Ability to travel to project and field locations as needed.
- Experience with Civil 3D.
Responsibilities
- Design major earthwork projects such as tailings dams, heap leach facilities and ancillary works.
- Prepare civil layouts using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Produce design reports and assist with proposals.
- Participate in field investigations and construction Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) activities.
- Contribute to geotechnical analyses and engineering evaluations.
- Support permitting, reclamation and closure activities.
Benefits
- 401(k) / Roth 401(k) / Employer matching
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid time off (Sick, Holiday)
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Career Level
Entry Level
