What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Engineering Intern - Water/Wastewater position at RE/SPEC Inc.?
Big challenges need bold thinkers.
If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.
At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.
We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.
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Job DescriptionRESPEC, seeks a civil engineering intern in our Colorado Springs, Colorado location for the summer of 2026.
This position involves work tasks that support planning, design, and construction of various water and wastewater engineering projects generally for public agencies and municipalities. Interdisciplinary work with environmental science staff is also anticipated.
QualificationsRequired:
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering with interest in water and wastewater
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to contribute and work well on a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Knowledge/experience in AutoCAD (or similar software) and/or GIS
- Strong problem-solving and math skills.
Additional Information
During the summer months, the candidate can be expected to work full time (i.e., 40 hours per week).
Compensation: Typical hourly range for this position is $21 to $25 and will depend on education and experience, plus statutory insurance requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Salary : $21 - $25