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?
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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 believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you'll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.
In the role of Water Resources Engineering Intern, we'll count on you to:
- Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
- Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
- Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
- Project engineering and task management, conduct difficult to complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling
- Perform a range of tasks related to riverine engineering
- Conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design
- Collect, assimilate and present data in reports, memos and public forums
- Support production of design calculations and technical reports
- Support preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, scour countermeasure design, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structures
- Assist in water resources permitting efforts.
- Perform other duties as needed
The ideal candidate will commit to working approximately 20 hours per week on-site, alongside and receiving mentorship from a licensed engineer. This position does not offer remote work. Preferred Qualifications
- Experience, education, and interest in Water Resources/Hydrology and Hydraulics
- Current BS/MS student in Civil, Environmental or other applicable Engineering Program with 1-2 years remaining towards completion.
- Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite and ARC GIS.
- Experience or interest in AutoCAD Civil3D, and any of the following modeling software packages: HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, SRH-2D
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task
- An attitude and commitment to quality, teaming, innovative problem solving, communication, relationship management, and the culture that is integral to our employee ownership model
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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $22 - $26/hr and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
Primary Location
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United States-California-San Diego
Industry
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Water
Schedule
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Part-time
Employee Status
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Temporary
BusinessClass
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Dams Levees Civil Works
Job Posting
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Mar 16, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, remote work
Mar 17, 2026