Solid Waste Intern

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?

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We believe waste is more than management, it's also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you'll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top-tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You'll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost-effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

Primary Responsibilities

As a Solid Waste Intern at HDR, you will have the opportunity to work alongside our team of experienced professionals in the waste industry. This role is ideal for engineering students or recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in an innovative and dynamic work environment. Your work in this role will primarily be focused on traditional Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) or Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) projects. You will contribute to projects that drive positive change in the waste sector while gaining valuable insight into engineering practices within the waste industry.

• Field Sampling : Working in the field at our client facilities to collect groundwater, soil, or gas samples.
• Data Analysis : Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data related to waste management operations, such as waste generation, collection, and recycling rates.
• Construction Quality Assurance : Assist in overseeing the construction of waste systems such as landfill / impoundment liner systems, cover systems, or the clean out of waste facilities.
• Client Support : Work closely with clients to understand their unique waste management challenges, offering technical solutions and recommendations to address their specific needs.

Report Generation : Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations to communicate findings and project progress to clients and internal stakeholders.

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Required Qualifications

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 every day.

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Colorado : $20.00 - $26.00 Primary Location : United States-Colorado-Denver Other Locations : United States-Utah-Salt Lake City Industry : Waste Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Temporary BusinessClass : Waste Services Job Posting : Oct 28, 2025