Transportation - Water Resources Engineer - Intern
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Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP
Raleigh, NC, US
Summary
The intern will assist in the design and analysis of stormwater management systems and drainage structures for transportation projects. They will also support hydrologic modeling, conduct field investigations, and help prepare technical reports and permit applications.
Job Description
At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world.
WRA is seeking a highly motivated intern to join our Transportation Water Resources team. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in hydrologic and hydraulic design, stormwater management, and environmental compliance for transportation infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design and analysis of stormwater management systems, drainage structures, and erosion and sediment control plans.
- Support hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using software such as HEC-RAS, HY-8, and TR-55.
- Help prepare construction documents, technical reports, and permit applications.
- Conduct field investigations and assist with data collection and site assessments.
- Collaborate with engineers and environmental scientists on multidisciplinary transportation projects.
- Learn and apply local, state, and federal water resources regulations (e.g., VDOT, MDOT, PennDOT, NCDOT).
Requirements:
- Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- Strong interest in water resources/hydraulics and transportation infrastructure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Exposure to engineering software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, or GIS is a plus)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Required Submissions:
- Resume
- A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to [email protected]
WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.
The expected hourly compensation range for this position is $21.50 - $24.50. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
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Position # 3403
#LI - Entry level #LI - Intern
Established in 1915, WRA is a nationally-recognized engineering, architectural and environmental planning firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional work on time and within budget. Owned and run by technical professionals, the firm's heritage is rooted in client service with experts involved at every stage of development to ensure consistency, accuracy, efficiency and depth of understanding. WRA is large enough to meet any project's size and small enough that every client is important.
Multi-faceted. Forward thinking. Client serving. WRA's vast portfolio is defined by its core foundation, exacting standards, and the driving force behind the firm's next 100 years.
Founded
1915
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Civil Engineering
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland
Established in 1915, WRA is a nationally-recognized engineering, architectural and environmental planning firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional work on time and within budget. Owned and run by technical professionals, the firm's heritage is rooted in client service with experts involved at every stage of development to ensure consistency, accuracy, efficiency and depth of understanding. WRA is large enough to meet any project's size and small enough that every client is important.
Multi-faceted. Forward thinking. Client serving. WRA's vast portfolio is defined by its core foundation, exacting standards, and the driving force behind the firm's next 100 years.
Founded
1915
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Civil Engineering
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland