Water Engineering Intern - Los Angeles, CA at Arcadis U.S.Inc. in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

Arcadis is currently seeking an Engineering Intern to join our Los Angeles, CA office.

We are looking for dedicated, creative, and energetic candidates interested in tackling challenges and developing sustainable solutions to address water issues like quality, reuse, management, and resilience. Collaborating with our experienced water professionals, you will support and drive the development of projects, work with clients, and develop your technical capabilities.

This co-op/intern position is being posted to begin January 2021 and has the potential to be continued through summer 2021.

What you will do:

• Perform planning studies, design, and field investigations for water and wastewater projects (including collection systems, transmission, and distribution, pumping stations and treatment plants).


• Assess, develop, and support management of sustainability and resilience projects including vulnerability and mitigation assessments, and planning and design for utilities, municipalities, and cities


• Prepare reports, presentations, and other audio-visual materials, and participate in client meetings


• Create written technical reports, Preliminary Design Reports, evaluation memorandums, spreadsheets, written correspondence (emails/letters), and permitting applications.


• Communicate regularly and effectively with stakeholders, including clients, coworkers, subcontractors, and county/agency review staff.


• Work independently and as part of a team, with the flexibility to accommodate collaboration with team members across the U.S. and internationally


• Work on multiple concurrent projects with multiple deadlines, ensuring completion per project budgets and timelines


• Meet project, client, and regulatory requirements, standards, and deadlines.

Desired Skills/ Attributes:

• Reliable, client-focused, and capable of working successfully both independently under the supervision of project managers as well as within a team.


• - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal


• Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and work ethic


• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Flexible attitude towards assignments, with the initiative and ability to take on new projects and other challenges regularly.


• Ability to balance and address new challenges as they arise.


• Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water / wastewater / stormwater.


• Familiarity/experience with ArcGIS and/or hydraulic modeling software is ideal but not required.

Required Qualification

• Currently enrolled in a program seeking a degree or specialization in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship or co-op experience in similar type of civil engineering work

Why Choose Arcadis?

Arcadis is the leading global design and consulting firm for natural and built assets, and we invite you to join us in partnering with our clients to deliver truly exceptional and sustainable outcomes. Contribute to the world's most high-profile and transformative projects, from shopping centers in Shanghai and improved traffic flow in Atlanta to state-of-the-art rail systems in Doha, coastal defenses for Manhattan and cleaner air in Los Angeles. Work alongside the industry's foremost thought leaders and accomplished professionals, generating effective, real-world results. We are Arcadis: 27,000 people in more than 70 countries, creating value by applying our collective wisdom to every challenge. Our culture is collaborative, we believe in diversity and the power of global teamwork, and we own the responsibility to sustain the Earth and its people in a safe and balanced way. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.

Water is the world's most critical resource. At Arcadis, we work tirelessly to help protect this natural resource, focusing on the entire water cycle. From source to tap, managing rivers and coast zones, urban and rural water supply, and issues related to climate change and rising sea levels, our specialists, engineers and scientists help address all of the challenges facing water. Using cutting-edge technologies, collaborating to develop innovative solutions and tapping into global learning development resources, we are uniquely positioned to provide safe and secure water services that support the demand of a rapidly changing world. Join our team to start improving quality of life today.

EEO statement

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.