Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern

Company: Ardurra Group, Inc.
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Ardurra is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina, for the summer. Primary Function Under general supervision, this position supports a variety of water and wastewater engineering projects, including treatment facilities, pipelines, pump stations, distribution systems, and collection networks. Work includes performing limited-scope assignments that require the application of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. Team members will collaborate closely with senior engineers and project managers while gaining hands-on experience in planning, design, analysis, permitting, and field work. Primary Duties Assist in the design and analysis of water/wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and collection networks. Prepare engineering drawings, reports, technical memoranda, and specifications. Conduct hydraulic modeling, engineering calculations, and material quantity take-offs. Participate in field investigations, field tests, measurements, and site inspections; collect and process field data. Contact vendors to obtain budgetary quotes and assist in developing construction cost estimates. Support permitting, regulatory compliance documentation, and project scheduling efforts. Review design drawings within defined limits for accuracy and adherence to standards. Utilize various engineering software tools, Microsoft Office applications, and design programs to support project tasks. Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and provide miscellaneous technical assistance as needed. What You’ll Gain Mentorship from experienced engineers and project managers Exposure to real client projects and deliverables Potential consideration for future entry-level opportunities (as applicable and available) Education and Experience Requirements Currently pursuing or holding a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline. 0–2 years of experience; internship experience preferred but not required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and solid work ethic. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Team-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam. Proficiency or familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, GIS, and hydraulic modeling software is preferred. Why Ardurra? While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home. Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates. LI-ES1

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