Summer 2026 - Structural Engineering (Water/Wastewater) Intern

STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Structural Engineering (Water/Wastewater) Intern to join our Water/Wastewater team. This internship offers an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate-level students to work alongside experienced structural engineers and contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Interns will gain hands-on exposure to structural engineering practices while supporting high-quality projects throughout various phases of design and construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with structural design and analysis tasks for water and wastewater facilities under the guidance of licensed engineers.

• Support the development of structural plans, layouts, and design concepts.

• Help prepare drawings, sketches, and calculations for incorporation into construction documents.

• Conduct research on design options, codes, and standards applicable to water and wastewater structures.

• Assist with basic calculations such as structure heights and weights, concrete quantities, and equipment fit-up.

• Support cost estimating efforts, including quantity take-offs and gathering vendor information.

• Review shop drawings and technical submittals with oversight from senior staff.

• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.

• Assist with field observations and documentation of existing conditions or construction progress, as needed.

• Use computer-assisted engineering and design software to support project documentation and analysis.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong interest in structural engineering within the water and wastewater industry.

• Familiarity with structural analysis or design software is a plus (e.g., finite element modeling tools, Autodesk platforms).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

Compensation Range:

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At STV, we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that will reflect the clients we serve and the communities we work in, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

STV offers the following benefits * Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) * Disability insurance * Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment * 401(k) Plan * Retirement Counseling * Employee Assistance Program * Paid Time Off (16 days) * Paid Holidays (9 days) * Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) * Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) * Continuing Education Program * Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.