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Stantec · 1 month ago

Coastal Engineering Intern - Water (Summer 2026)

Corpus Christi, TX

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Stantec is a leader in the coastal engineering industry, seeking a Coastal Engineering Intern to join their team in Corpus Christi, Texas. The role involves contributing to various coastal projects, including design and analysis of structures, data collection, and project administration.

ArchitectureConsultingInterior DesignProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Gather and analyze data related to coastal processes, including wave, tide, and wind data

Help in the design and modeling of coastal structures such as seawalls, breakwaters, and living shorelines using software such as AutoCAD, SMS, Delft3D, XBeach, Mike21, SWAN, and Adcirc

Participate in field surveys and site inspections to collect data and monitor project sites

Assist in the preparation of technical reports, project documentation, and presentations for clients and stakeholders

Participate in meetings and communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to provide project updates and gather feedback

Assisting in project administration including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, tracking project costs, and completing progress reports

Performing construction observations and assisting with field work, as needed

Preparation of design plans and specifications for bidding and construction purposes

Qualification

Coastal ProcessesHydrodynamicsCoastal Structures DesignNumerical Modeling ToolsMicrosoft OfficeMatlabPythonAutoCADFieldwork ExperienceCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

In progress toward earning a bachelor's degree (minimum) in civil engineering, ocean engineering or related field

Specific coursework or exposure to one or more of the following: Planning, design, construction of infrastructure, and construction management, coastal/environmental engineering

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Completing design calculations for the coastal engineering practice: including marine structures, rubble mound structures, geotechnical/foundation designs, hydrodynamics/fluid mechanics, beach nourishment, dredge/fill, and sediment disposal site designs

Preferred

Experience with numerical modeling tools for simulating circulation, waves, water quality, sediment transport, or mixing (SWAN, MIKE21, Delft3D, Adcirc, XBEACH)

Proficiency Matlab or Python

Drafting and/or geospatial design (GIS and AutoCAD Civil3D)

Construction oversight and administration duties including shop drawing review/approval, review of contractor surveys/progress reports, and execution of final certification(s) upon project completion

Fieldwork, such as reconnaissance, measurements, or construction inspection

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

A wellness program

Health saving accounts

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance

Short-term/long-term disability plans

Emergency travel benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Professional membership fee coverage

Paid family leave

Ten paid holidays in each calendar year

Accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year

Eligible for paid sick leave

Company

Stantec

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Stantec is a professional services company that provides engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services.

Founded in 1954

Edmonton, Alberta, CAN

10001+ employees

http://www.stantec.com

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