Student Engineering Intern - Water Resources

Location: Anchorage, AK, us Employment Type: {'id': 'intern', 'label': 'Intern'}

Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

Job Description

RESPEC has an opening for a temporary part-time Water Resources intern in the Water Division in our Anchorage, AK office. This position will be part of our 2027 Summer Internship Program. This position does not offer remote work.

The intern will be expected to work alongside our firm's full-time employees to learn how professional services are provided to our clients. This position will support the planning, design, and implementation of various water resources engineering projects. These projects may include work in the fields of stormwater, floodplain management, fish passage design, and regulatory compliance. Interdisciplinary work with environmental science and transportation disciplines may also occur. Our experienced staff will provide mentoring and coaching to the intern to allow development of civil engineering skills and knowledge. Work responsibilities and activities include:

Hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, calculations, and design

ArcGIS analysis and figure development

AutoCAD Civil3D drafting and design

Application of standard engineering techniques and procedures

Technical memo and report development

Fieldwork, as required by current workload

Involvement in the summer internship program

Other duties as needed

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering with interest in water resources

Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of civil engineering concepts

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Ability to contribute and work well on a team

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to work safely in both office and field environments

The candidate must have a valid driver’s license and be capable of field work

Preferred

Knowledge/experience/coursework related to hyrdrology and hydraulics

Preference given to local candidates

Additional Information

Compensation: Hourly wage depends on education and experience, range is $22-$27 DOEQ; plus statutory insurance requirements.

Work Schedule: During the summer months; 40 hours/week

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.