Civil Engineering Intern - Water (Summer 2026)

Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Your Opportunity

As an intern for Summer 2026 based in our Chicago office, you will work in a team environment and have exposure to projects which may include water/wastewater collection, distribution, treatment facilities and infrastructure and other aspects of civil engineering. Candidates should be highly motivated and dependable students who are taking or have taken civil engineering courses. This is a terrific opportunity for a college student to support a number of exciting local and national projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

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  Candidate will assist engineering and administrative staff with such tasks as:

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  Assisting technical staff with various project tasks, including researching, compiling, and evaluating project data, preparing reports, and performing calculations for design projects

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  Preparing design and construction plans, specifications, quantity take-offs and construction estimates

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  Gaining exposure and performing basic tasks in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design programs

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  Completing other engineering/administrative duties as required

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  Assisting with field work for data collection, site inspections and observations

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Your Capabilities and Credentials

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• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Desired software applications include: AutoCAD Civil 3D

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  Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

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  Sound organizational skills, be reliable, detail orientated and capable of working independently on assigned tasks.

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  Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction.

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  Willingness to learn

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Education and Experience

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  Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program working towards a Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in civil and/or environmental engineering or related field.

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  Valid driver’s license required.

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  Previous internship or co-op experience a plus

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Typical office environment working with computers and working at a desk for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range:

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 53,400.00 - Max Salary $ 72,100.00

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | IL | Chicago
nOrganization: BC-1734 Water-US North Central
nEmployee Status: Regular
nTravel: No
nSchedule: Full time
nJob Posting: 15/09/ :09:58
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