Water Resources Engineer Intern - Spring 2026

Reno, NV
$25.00-31.00 per hour
Training
Part-time

8 days ago

Job DescriptionWE ARE HIRING!AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Water Resources Engineer Intern – Spring 2026 to join our Reno, NV office.ABOUT USAtkinsRéalis 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

Assist in performing routine engineering work on track to develop professional proficiency
Assist in drainage evaluation and design for roadway and development projects
Assist in flood assessments for urban and natural environments
Support engineers with water resources projects and technical tasks
Facilitate communication of design intent through engineering plans and documents for construction
Contribute to the compilation of design data and the preparation of construction plans and documents

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:

No experience is generally required if accepted into a Bachelor's degree program in a related technical field.
EDUCATION:

Must have completed 100+ hours towards a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship (Spring 2026).
Ideal candidate will be graduating at the end of the Spring 2026 semester
SPECIAL SKILLS:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation (preferred)
Goal and deadline oriented
Self-motivated and willingness to learn
Experience with HEC-HMS or HEC-RAS beneficial
Interest in drainage design, flood analysis, and hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS:

None required

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

Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page

.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/DisabilityPlease review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement .AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.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.#URR100Worker Type EmployeeJob Type CasualAt 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.

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