Water / Wastewater Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Job Description

WE ARE HIRING!

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Water / Wastewater Civil Engineering Intern to join our Alexandria, VA office.

ABOUT US

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. For over 50 years, we've partnered with public and private clients across the U.S. to deliver infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management. Our depth and breadth of expertise enables us to tackle the most technically complex and time-sensitive projects-driving innovation, resilience, and real-world impact where it matters most.

Our Internship Program, Explore, is designed for college students pursuing a degree in a STEM field and provides opportunities to learn what it's like to work in a professional environment and apply what's learned in class to the real-world challenges we face every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the planning, design, and production of engineering drawings. Carries out specific assignments in preparing and assembling specifications.
• Participates in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks. These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions.
• Prepares assigned sections of reports working under the close review of a more experienced professional.
• Participates on projects involving construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with easily interpreted specifications; assists in recordkeeping and in generating progress reports; observes relatively simple construction procedures.
• Performs data acquisition and support on regulatory agency requirements.
• Prepares material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and / or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations.
• Attends meetings and prepares draft meeting minutes for review by senior staff.
• Supports Project Coordinators in facilitating quality control reviews, editing and formatting technical documents, and providing general project team support as needed.
• Performs field observations of construction where appropriate.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

WHY JOIN US?

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.-and there's never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.

We're committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter, and building a workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective counts, and everyone belongs.

By connecting people, data, and technology across our global network, we're tackling some of the world's most complex challenges. And we're looking for passionate, driven new professionals like you to help shape what's next.

Let's build the future-together.

WHAT WE OFFER AT ATKINSRÉALIS :

At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

As an Intern, you will participate in Explore , our intern development initiative, and will enjoy a host of benefits including :

Competitive salary Hands-on experience with industry leaders Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and / or in-person activities

As an entry-level Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing :

Expected compensation range is between $25 - $31 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to start your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer. EOE / Veteran / Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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Note to staffing and direct hire agencies :

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume / candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Casual

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.