Water Wastewater Co-Op

Location: Akron OH

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

As an Intern in Water Collection Systems, you will play a crucial role in supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of water collection systems. You will work closely with senior engineers and project managers to ensure the successful completion of projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience and grow within our organization. The ideal candidate will have experience working with collection systems, drainage infrastructure, and waterways. A background understanding of hydraulics is a plus. The individual must work well as a part of a team daily, including site visits and confined space entries. The position requires attention to detail, self-motivation, critical engineering thought, and schedule management.

What You'll Do

Assist in the design and development of water collection systems, including pipelines, pumping stations, and treatment facilities

Conduct field inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements

Prepare technical reports, drawings, and documentation for project submissions

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project planning and execution

Participate in project meetings and provide technical input as needed

Perform data analysis and modeling to support engineering decisions

Ensure adherence to safety standards and best practices in all project activities

Field conditions assessment, Confined Space Entry participation, flow monitoring, and other field data collection and review

What You'll Bring

Pursing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field

Internship or co-op experience in water resources or environmental engineering is preferred

Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to water collection systems is preferred

Familiarity with sustainable water management practices is preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in engineering software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, GIS, hydraulic modeling software)

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges

Salary Range

$20.00 - $22.00

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

401(k) with Company Match

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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