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Water Resources Intern - Renewables

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Science
    Engineering
  • Minneapolis, +3

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a BS/MS in civil or water resources engineering, be a self-starter with strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, and be adaptable to change.
  • You will perform stormwater design, hydrologic modeling, drainage calculations, technical report writing, and collaborate with teams while supporting site inspections and GIS data utilization.

Requirements

  • - Working towards BS or MS degree in civil or water resources engineering.
  • - The ideal candidate would be a self-starter, open to learn, adaptable to change, and thrives in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities.
  • - The candidate should possess strong communication skills, problem solving and organization skills along with the ability to write technical proposals, reports and publications.

Responsibilities

  • - Job duties include stormwater design, watershed permitting, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, and FEMA studies using state-of the-art technology.
  • - More specific duties may include preparation of design drawings, producing design calculations, drainage design and writing technical reports.
  • - Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models.
  • - Coordinate with civil, electrical and environmental teams within Westwood.
  • - Perform drainage calculations and designs.
  • - Write technical reports documenting design methodologies.
  • - Assist with site visits and inspections as needed.
  • - Support the construction stormwater team with shear stress calculations, exhibit creation and erosion control design.
  • - Find and utilize various GIS datasets to support work on water resources are other related projects.

FAQs

What is the expected start date for the Water Resources Intern position?

The position is anticipated to start in Summer 2025.

Where are the locations for this internship?

The internship is available in our Minneapolis, Denver, and St. Cloud offices.

What degree is required for this internship?

Candidates should be working towards a BS or MS degree in civil or water resources engineering.

What are some of the key responsibilities of the Water Resources Intern?

Key responsibilities include stormwater design, watershed permitting, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, preparation of design drawings, producing design calculations, drainage design, and writing technical reports.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the compensation range for this internship is USD $20.00 to $23.00 per hour.

Does the internship involve collaboration with other teams?

Yes, the intern will coordinate with civil, electrical, and environmental teams within Westwood.

Are there opportunities for site visits and inspections?

Yes, the intern may assist with site visits and inspections as needed.

What technical skills are necessary for this position?

Candidates should have strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to write technical proposals, reports, and publications.

Is Westwood Professional Services an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

What software or tools might the intern use in this role?

The intern will utilize GIS datasets as well as state-of-the-art technology for hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analyses.

Multi-Discipline Professional Engineering

Engineering & Construction
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1972
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Westwood is a leading and award winning, full-service, multidiscipline professional civil engineering firm specializing in public infrastructure, private development, wind, solar, and power delivery projects. Westwood was established in 1972 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Through a focus on its people, culture, and clients, Westwood has quickly expanded to serve clients across the nation from multiple U.S. offices. In 2023, Westwood placed #12 and #30 respectively on Zweig Group’s national Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists and received a 2nd-place Zweig Marketing Excellence award. Westwood also ranked consistently higher five years in a row on the Engineering News Record (ENR) 500 as one of the country’s leading design firms. The firm regularly ranks on industry top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement on award-winning projects nationwide.