Environmental Engineering Intern

Brown and Caldwell, a national environmental engineering firm, has an opportunity for an Environmental Engineering Intern to provide technical support in our Walnut Creek office. We are seeking a motivated and achievement-oriented individual looking to gain practical hands-on experience outside of the classroom. The selected candidate will work with and be mentored by strong, local, and nationally recognized, senior engineers on a variety of environmental-related design and engineering projects. Areas of work will be focused on drinking water, wastewater treatment, and conveyance infrastructure.

Detailed Description:

• Work closely with project manager and other team members to execute work involving conventional types of civil, environmental, and/or mechanical engineering principles and other related activities for water and wastewater treatment conveyance projects.
• Assist with the preparation of calculations, technical memoranda, reports, presentations, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents.
• Perform data entry, analysis, and visualization.
• Provide engineering services during construction.
• Participate in field work, as needed for projects.
• Successfully manage and deliver assignments on time.
• Adhere to Brown and Caldwell’s quality assurance/quality control process.

Work Location and Schedule:  Interns are expected to be in Brown and Caldwell’s Walnut Creek office (in person) at least three days a week and have the option of working remotely two days a week. Summer Interns will work full time (40 hours a week).

To qualify for an internship, you must be enrolled in a full-time program (minimum nine credit hours per semester) seeking a bachelor’s degree in engineering. You also must be in good standing and carry an overall GPA of least 3.0 in your core curriculum, as well as a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior student attending university working on obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related engineering field required; graduate students may also be considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic computer skills a must
• Strong technical skills with the ability to articulate ideas and concepts
• Excellent organization and communication skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment and manage multiple tasks
• Ability and willingness to perform field work at various sites
• Candidate must have current driver's license and good driving record
• Candidate must be physically able to work in the field under varying conditions including the use of personal protective equipment

• EIT, preferred.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: $18.40 -25.20

Location B: $20.20 –27.70

Location C: $22.00 –30.20

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, Calif., Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer.  Minorities/Women/Disabled and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.  Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Salary : $18 - $25