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Colliers Engineering & Design · 6 hours ago

Geotechnical Engineering Intern

Buffalo, NY

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$18/hr - $26/hr

Colliers Engineering & Design is currently seeking engineering interns to work in their Water group in Buffalo, NY. The role involves engaging in a variety of water resource and storage projects, focusing on geotechnical, structural, hydraulic, and risk analysis challenges.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assisting with field explorations at dam and levee sites, including soil and rock sampling, drilling oversight, and geotechnical logging

Participate in dam/levee safety inspections and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (structural, hydraulic, geotechnical and environmental engineers)

Perform structural analysis of dam components, such as spillways, gates, and retaining structures, to evaluate performance under different loading conditions

Assist with hydraulic modeling to simulate reservoir operations, flood routing, and spillway capacity, supporting risk assessments and design improvements

Contribute to geotechnical analyses such as seepage, slope stability, settlement, and foundation capacity

Help prepare technical reports, figures, data summaries, calculation packages, and drawings for dam safety evaluations

Ensure compliance with safety standards during field and analysis work

Direct exposure to dam safety projects that integrate geotechnical, structural, and hydraulic engineering

Mentorship from engineers specializing in dam safety, hydropower, and water infrastructure design

Hands-on experience with field investigations, risk evaluations, engineering analysis, and modeling

A deeper understanding of how multidisciplinary engineering supports safe, resilient, and sustainable water storage infrastructure

In addition to the work-centered program, we also offer robust internship programming, which includes opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop valuable communication skills and networking connections

Qualification

Civil EngineeringGeotechnical EngineeringHydraulic EngineeringAutoCADGISEngineering SoftwareTask ManagementCommunication SkillsDetail-orientedProblem-solvingTeam Collaboration

Required

Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related program

Ability to think outside the box and strong desire to learn from other experts as well as from self-study

Interest in learning across geotechnical, structural, and hydraulic disciplines

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Highly effective at managing tasks and priorities

Careful and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving

Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions

A valid driver's license and good driving record required

Willingness to occasionally travel and work outdoors at dam and levee sites in varying conditions

Preferred

Senior standing (going into Senior year) preferred but not required

Specific structural project or school experience a plus

Familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, or engineering software (GeoStudio, PLAXIS, HEC-RAS, SAP2000, STAAD) a plus

Benefits

Potential for career advancement

Safe, comfortable work environment

Educational opportunities that build a variety of transferrable skills

Career Exploration Series

Networking and trainings specific to the students' areas of study

Mentorship program

Wellness program

Women’s Organization

Ongoing philanthropic opportunities

Company

Colliers Engineering & Design

Colliers Engineering is a provider of multi-discipline engineering, design, and consulting services to public and private sector clients. It is a sub-organization of Colliers.

Founded in 1984

Holmdel, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://colliersengineering.com

H1B Sponsorship

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