Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern- KY

HDR, Inc.

Lexington, KYFull-time / Temporary$7.25/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$7.25/hr

Location

Lexington, KY

Role Type

Internship

Schedule

Full-time / Temporary

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

HDR is seeking motivated Water/Wastewater Interns to join the team in 2027, offering hands‑on experience supporting engineers and project managers on infrastructure projects. Interns will assist with planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater projects, prepare construction documents, perform calculations, participate in site visits, and support water resources and geotechnical analyses.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AutoCADCivil 3DGISMATLABPythonMicrosoft OfficeEngineering CalculationsHydraulic ModelingData AnalysisCommunicationProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeCurrently Enrolled in Undergraduate or Graduate Engineering ProgramCurrent Civil Engineering Student or Biosystems

Full job description

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

Number Of Positions

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We are seeking motivated Water/Wastewater Interns to join our team in 2027! This internship offers hands-on experience supporting engineers and project managers on impactful infrastructure projects that help shape our communities.

Depending on your interests and project needs, you may contribute to one or more of the following areas:

Water/Wastewater & Civil Site

Assist with the planning, design, and delivery of water, wastewater, and site development projects.

Support the preparation of construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports.

Perform engineering calculations and analyses to support design decisions.

Participate in site visits, field investigations, and construction-phase support activities, including submittal and RFI reviews.

Water Resources

Support projects involving flood risk reduction, dams, levees, stormwater systems, wetlands, and river restoration.

Assist with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, data analysis, and water resources studies.

Prepare design calculations, technical reports, and presentations.

Geotechnical/Tunneling

Assist with geotechnical and tunneling analyses and design for tunnels, underground structures, excavations, and foundations.

Support subsurface investigations, fieldwork, geotechnical reporting, and engineering evaluations.

Contribute to numerical modeling, design calculations, technical documentation, and construction observation activities.

Gain exposure to a variety of tunneling methods, ground support systems, and multidisciplinary project coordination.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current Civil Engineering studentor Biosystems

Preference given to local candidates.

Relevant coursework, projects, internship, or research experience in engineering or a related field.

Familiarity with engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, MATLAB, Python, or similar tools.

Exposure design, analysis, modeling, field investigations, construction, or data collection activities.

Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills with an interest in infrastructure and civil engineering projects.

Required Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program

Attention to detail

Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills

Basic Microsoft Office skills

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-Kentucky-Lexington

Other Locations:United States-Kentucky-Louisville

Industry:Water

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Temporary

BusinessClass:WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting:Aug 31, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, s exual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.

CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

At HDR, health and safety matters.

For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.

If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.