Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is seeking Civil Engineering Interns and Entry-Level Engineers (EITs) to join our municipal water infrastructure teams across Texas, including Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and Plano/Dallas. This opportunity offers hands-on experience supporting the planning, design, construction, and rehabilitation of municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater systems while working alongside experienced professionals committed to protecting and improving water resources for communities throughout Texas.
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 Engineering Intern / Entry-Level Engineer (EIT) supports municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater projects by assisting with design, analysis, and construction-related tasks. This role provides exposure to the full project life cycle and offers opportunities to develop technical skills while contributing to infrastructure projects that serve communities across Texas.
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.
• Support the design of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pipelines, pump stations, and stormwater systems using Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar software.
• Assist with preparation of engineering drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Provide construction support services, including submittal reviews, responses to RFIs, and field inspections.
• Assist with hydraulic modeling, stormwater analysis, and data evaluation for municipal infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to support engineering solutions that meet project and client requirements.
Required Qualifications:
• Pursuing or completed a B.S. in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Strong interest in municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, or water resources engineering.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for site visits as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
• EIT certification or ability to obtain certification in the near term.
• Prior internship, co-op, or academic project experience related to municipal water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar engineering design software.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to perform office-based engineering tasks and occasional fieldwork.
• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate construction sites or uneven terrain during site visits.
• Ability to lift and carry light equipment or materials as needed for field activities.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
• Combination of office environment and outdoor field settings.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions during site visits.
• Moderate noise levels in construction or field environments.
Additional Information:
• Employment Type: Internship and full-time entry-level opportunities available.
• Work Schedule: Full-time or part-time depending on role and academic status.
• Work Location: Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and Plano/Dallas, Texas.
• Travel: Occasional local travel for fieldwork and site visits may be required.
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.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
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