Job Description

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. We work on all elements of conveyance and treatment including for potable water treatment and wastewater including resource recovery such as energy production, recycled water and nutrient recovery. 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. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Learning begins in the classroom but there's no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.

As an intern, you'll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

Your Opportunity

As a Civil or Environmental Engineering Intern, you will work in a team environment and have exposure to infrastructure projects which may include water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, conveyance, and hydraulic models. Candidates should be highly motivated and dependable students who are taking or have taken civil engineering design, process engineering or construction management type courses. This is a terrific opportunity for a college student to support several exciting local projects. This internship position is for Summer 2026 in our New York City, NY office.

Your Key Responsibilities

Assisting Engineers and Designers in preparation of calculations, reports, drawings and specifications as well as other documents for bid and construction with exposure to drinking water, wastewater, waste to energy, water recycling, Sewer Utilities, Stormwater Infrastructure Utilities, and Public Green Stormwater Infrastructure Utilities.

• Preparing and editing drawings on AutoCAD software.
• Completing other engineering/administrative duties as required.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Requires understanding of basic AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations, policies, and programs are a plus.

Education and Experience

In progress toward earning a bachelor's degree (minimum) in civil or environmental engineering. Specific coursework or exposure to one or more of the following:

• Planning
• Design
• Construction
• Water/Wastewater Infrastructure
• Construction management

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:
• $23.47 - $34.50 Hourly

Primary Location: United States | NY | New York
Organization: BC-1951 Water-US Northeast
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 13/01/2026 07:01:31
Req ID: 1003665

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Summer work, Internship, Work at office, Local area

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