What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer Intern position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is seeking Civil Engineering Interns to join our team in Miami, FL. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing engineering support for the civil engineering design and hydrologic and hydraulic modelling group. Typical projects include a wide variety of federal, state, and municipal projects involving storm water, site layout and design, water resources, and water/wastewater projects involving collection and conveyance systems and associated utility design, pump stations, and storage and treatment facilities.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
- Assist in design and permitting of projects
- Support Engineers with conceptual and detailed design calculations and analyses
- Assist in preparation of detailed engineering reports and supporting documents
- Assist in preparation of construction drawings, specifications and cost estimates
- Ensure standard engineering practices and inclusion of appropriate documentation on various reports and design projects
- Interface with other engineering discipline
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (third- or fourth-year student) or a recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- 0-3 years of relevant civil engineering experience (EIT certification preferred for recent graduates).
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or ArcGIS preferred.
- Familiarity with hydrologic and hydraulic design software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HydroCAD, etc.) is a plus.
- Exposure to site/civil or municipal engineering projects is highly desired.
- Understanding of design-bid-build processes, including engineering analysis, permitting, development of construction documents (plans and specifications), cost estimating, and construction administration.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on engineering designs.
Life at Tetra Tech:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
