Student Engineering Intern - Water Resources

Job Description

RESPEC has an opening for a temporary part-time Water Resources intern in the Water Division in our Anchorage, AK office. This position will be part of our 2027 Summer Internship Program. This position does not offer remote work.

The intern will be expected to work alongside our firm's full-time employees to learn how professional services are provided to our clients. This position will support the planning, design, and implementation of various water resources engineering projects. These projects may include work in the fields of stormwater, floodplain management, fish passage design, and regulatory compliance. Interdisciplinary work with environmental science and transportation disciplines may also occur. Our experienced staff will provide mentoring and coaching to the intern to allow development of civil engineering skills and knowledge. Work responsibilities and activities include:

• Hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, calculations, and design
• ArcGIS analysis and figure development
• AutoCAD Civil3D drafting and design
• Application of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Technical memo and report development
• Fieldwork, as required by current workload
• Involvement in the summer internship program
• Other duties as needed

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering with interest in water resources
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of civil engineering concepts
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work safely in both office and field environments
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s license and be capable of field work

Preferred:

• Knowledge/experience/coursework related to hyrdrology and hydraulics
• Preference given to local candidates

Additional Information

Compensation: Hourly wage depends on education and experience, range is $22-$27 DOEQ; plus statutory insurance requirements.

Work Schedule: During the summer months; 40 hours/week

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.