Water Resources Intern/Co-op – Environmental Services (Summer 2027)

Stantec•Fredericksburg, VA

About The Position

Stantec is seeking a Water Resources Intern to join its multidisciplinary Environmental Services team in the Fredericksburg office for Summer 2027. The intern will work alongside experienced practitioners and with clients and communities, gaining hands-on experience and practical skills while contributing to environmental projects. The work combines office and field activities and may include engineering support, research, project documentation, and assistance with project management and implementation. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed as needed.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a college degree in environmental sciences or an engineering field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and prioritize a diverse array of assignments and duties.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Interest in both fieldwork and office work.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering support, which may include design and CAD drafting.
Process GIS data.
Prepare project documentation, including reports, water quality calculations, drainage area delineations, hydrologic calculations, and file organization.
Assist with construction observation and attend client meetings.
Conduct research with staff.
Perform fieldwork at a variety of sites.
Prepare other project documentation as required.
Track incoming and outgoing project documents.
Assist Project Managers with the management and implementation of environmental projects.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.