Water Resources Intern - Summer 2026
About The Position
VHB’s Winooski, VT office is seeking an enthusiastic Water Resources Engineering/Science Intern to join our team for the Summer of 2026. This position involves tasks such as field work throughout Vermont and neighboring states, data processing and analysis, hydrologic modeling, drafting plans and specification-writing. Typical field duties may include supporting the design of water-resources engineering projects; construction observation; testing of soil, groundwater, and surface water quality; collection of soil and water samples. Key responsibilities will involve the ability to conduct tasks independently and as part of a team, with instruction and mentoring from project managers and other field/data technicians. Responsibilities may involve working in remote field locations, at night, on weekends, and/or in challenging weather conditions.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to independently manage multiple tasks and interact appropriately and positively with clients
- Ability to periodically work long hours outside during adverse conditions
- Self-motivated with attention to detail
- Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental engineering, Water Resource Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite preferred
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D, ArcGIS, or HEC-RAS preferred
Nice To Haves
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D, ArcGIS, or HEC-RAS preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist with fieldwork, including construction observation, environmental monitoring, water sampling, stream gauging, and well monitoring.
- Assist in the preparation of state and federal environmental permit applications for public and private-sector projects
- Research and interpret environmental laws and regulations
- Gather and interpret required environmental project-related data
- Hydrologic modeling and performing calculations / spreadsheet analysis
- Drafting plans and specification-writing
Benefits
- Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
- Focus on learning, development, and career growth
- Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
