HDR · 2 weeks ago
Water Resources Management Intern (Summer 2026)
Des Moines, IA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerHDR is a company that values inclusion and employee engagement, striving to make a positive impact on the world. As a Water Resources Management Intern, you will gain real-world experience by assisting in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and working on various water resource projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
ArchitectureConsulting
Responsibilities
Gain real world experience on exciting projects by applying standard engineering techniques and procedures to assist in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, data collection, and data processing using geographic information systems
Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a more senior-level Engineer to learn various engineering design and modeling techniques in the development of water resource and stormwater projects for federal, state and local clients
Exposure to typical projects ranging from flood control, floodplain analysis, dam and levee design and rehabilitation, stream channel stabilization/restoration/rehabilitation, wetland and lake restoration, to watershed analysis
Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals’ programs
Perform other duties as needed, including site/field visits, design calculations, GIS data production, assisting in production of technical reports and production water resources studies
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
Attention to detail
Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
Basic Microsoft Office skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Prefer 2+ years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
Preference given to local candidates
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
Founded in 1917
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Galen Meysenburg
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Jeff Glover
Colorado Area Water Group Chief Engineer
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