Water Resources Management Intern (Summer 2026)

HDR • Omaha, NE

121d

About The Position

In the role of a Water Resources Management Intern, we'll count on you to gain real world experience on exciting projects by applying standard engineering techniques and procedures to assist in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, data collection, and data processing using geographic information systems. You will work under the guidance and direct supervision of a more senior-level Engineer to learn various engineering design and modeling techniques in the development of water resource and stormwater projects for federal, state and local clients. You will be exposed to typical projects ranging from flood control, floodplain analysis, dam and levee design and rehabilitation, stream channel stabilization/restoration/rehabilitation, wetland and lake restoration, to watershed analysis. Additionally, you will connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals’ programs and perform other duties as needed, including site/field visits, design calculations, GIS data production, assisting in production of technical reports and production water resources studies.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail.
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in the employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer 2+ years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, data collection, and data processing using geographic information systems.
• Work under the guidance of a senior-level Engineer to learn engineering design and modeling techniques.
• Participate in the development of water resource and stormwater projects for various clients.
• Engage in projects related to flood control, floodplain analysis, dam and levee design, stream channel stabilization, and watershed analysis.
• Connect with recent graduates and company leaders through mentoring programs.
• Perform site/field visits and assist in technical report production.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees