Summer 2027 Water Intern

Ready to make a real-world impact before graduation? 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: '' 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 an internship. It's an opportunity to contribute to projects that protect public health, preserve the environment, and improve quality of life for generations to come. What You'll Do Assist engineers and project teams with planning, design, and analysis for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Support the development of sustainable solutions for water treatment, distribution, collection, and reuse systems. Participate in field visits, site inspections, and project meetings. Analyze data, prepare calculations, and assist in developing technical reports and design documents. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex infrastructure challenges. Gain exposure to industry-leading technologies and engineering practices. Why You'll Love This Internship At HDR, you'll do more than observe. You'll contribute. Our interns are trusted team members who work on meaningful projects while receiving mentorship, professional development opportunities, and hands-on experience that helps launch successful careers. You’ll build valuable technical skills, expand your professional network, and gain insight into how engineers create sustainable solutions for some of today's most pressing water challenges. Join HDR as a Water Engineering Intern and help create sustainable water solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities. Preferred Qualifications Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry Passion for water, sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community impact. 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 everyday. 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-Florida-Tampa Other Locations:United States-Florida-West Palm Beach, United States-Florida-Pensacola, United States-Florida-Fort Lauderdale, United States-Florida-Doral, United States-Florida-Orlando Industry:Water Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Temporary BusinessClass:Water Treatment Job Posting:Sep 11, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR, Inc.