Civil Engineer Intern

The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Civil Engineer Intern to our Water team based in Denver, Colorado. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting water-related infrastructure projects, offering exposure to engineering design, permitting, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a professional consulting environment.

Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary:
The Civil Engineer Intern supports the Water team by assisting with engineering design, analysis, and documentation for water infrastructure projects. This role is intended for a current civil engineering student seeking practical experience aligned with academic coursework and professional development goals.

Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
    • Assist in the design and permitting of water-related projects.
    • Perform conceptual and detailed design calculations and analyses.
    • Assist in the preparation of engineering reports and supporting documentation.
    • Support the development of construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
    • Ensure adherence to standard engineering practices and proper documentation.
    • Coordinate and interface with other engineering disciplines.
    • Plan, coordinate, and execute assigned tasks in a safe, timely, cost-effective, and compliant manner.
    • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
    • Third- or fourth-year student enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Civil Engineering.
    • Familiarity with relevant engineering codes and industry standards.
    • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Project).

Preferred Qualifications:
    • Prior internship or academic project experience related to water or civil infrastructure.

Physical Requirements:
    • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer-based work.
    • Ability to perform light physical activity associated with office or occasional field tasks.
    • Ability to use standard office and engineering software and equipment.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
    • Primarily an office-based environment with potential for occasional field visits.
    • Standard office noise levels with intermittent exposure to outdoor conditions during site visits.
    • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Additional Information:
    • Employment Type: Internship (hourly).
    • Work Location: Denver, Colorado.

Compensation Range:
    • $24–$26 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Posting Expiration Date:
    • Posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.
     
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
    • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
    • Merit-based financial rewards.
    • Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
    • Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
    • Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.