Water Engineering Intern
- LocationDetroit, MI, United States
- Work typeHybrid
- Salary22 to 34 USD an hour
- Posted28 October 2026
- SourceArcadis's careers page (Eightfold)
Live checkFirst seen 6 days ago; still listed on Arcadis's careers page 3 days ago.
About the role
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Our growing Water Quality Team in the Detroit, MI office is seeking a Water Engineering Intern to join our Process Planning service area. Our team supports a diverse range of clients, project types, and market sectors nationally. We combine strong technical expertise with an adaptable, collaborative approach to deliver solutions for water, industrial, and environmental clients nationwide.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in:
- Being part of a dynamic, collaborative culture with opportunities to learn from and be mentored by experienced water industry professionals.
- Contributing to a team that is committed to supporting one another and delivering high-quality work.
- Building relationships with colleagues across Arcadis and with the clients and communities we serve.
- Developing strong communication skills while bringing a passion for service, learning, and professional growth.
- Demonstrating dependability, initiative, and an eagerness to take ownership of assigned tasks.
Role accountabilities:
Primary responsibilities, but not limited to
- Providing technical and design support for water, wastewater, and industrial projects as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
- Communicating and collaborating with project managers, project teams, and clients.
- Gaining exposure to a variety of projects and market sectors while learning from the experience and technical expertise of the broader team.
- Supporting multiple assignments while demonstrating initiative, organization, adaptability, and a willingness to take on new challenges.
The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who enjoys working with others, is passionate about service, and is motivated to learn and grow professionally.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous internship, co-op, or related experience with an engineering consulting firm, municipality, water/wastewater utility, or similar organization.
Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for part-time, as needed positions. These benefits include EAP, 401K, and optional wellbeing benefits. The salary range for this position is $22.47- $33.70/hour.
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