Water Resources Co-Op (Spring 2027)

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Water Resources Engineering Intern for our Winter/Spring 2027 Co-Op/Intern Program. This position is based in our Reading, MA office and offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects focused on climate resilience, flood mitigation, stormwater management, and site civil design. The selected candidate will support engineers with both office-based design tasks and field work throughout Massachusetts and greater New England, gaining hands-on experience in the planning, design, and implementation of resilient infrastructure solutions that improve community and environmental outcomes..

What you’ll do:

The Water Resources Engineering Intern will assist engineering staff with a variety of project-related tasks focused on climate resiliency, flood mitigation, stormwater management, and site civil design, including:

• Performing engineering calculations and data analysis to support water resources and infrastructure projects
• Conducting research, technical evaluations, and resiliency assessments
• Assisting with the design and preparation of plans, specifications, and reports for stormwater, drainage, flood mitigation, and site civil improvement projects
• Supporting GIS, AutoCAD, and hydraulic/hydrologic modeling efforts
• Participating in field investigations, site assessments, and infrastructure condition evaluations
• Providing construction phase services, including site visits and field observations
• Contributing to climate resilience, green infrastructure, and sustainable design initiatives

What you will bring:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field
• Students with at least two years of completed coursework are preferred
• Interest in water resources engineering, climate resilience, flood mitigation, stormwater management, and site civil design
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and coordinate multiple assignments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Introductory knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, or related engineering software is preferred.
• Willingness to perform occasional field work, including site investigations and construction observations.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to project sites.
• Intellectual curiosity, a positive attitude, and a strong desire to learn and grow as an engineer.

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Salary Range Per Hour: $22.00 - $26.00 Based on Education

Overivew:

Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.

Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.

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