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Student Civil Engineer Intern - Summer 2024

Why RESPEC? We passionately seek solutions for difficult problems in new and innovative ways. Finding solutions to what others deem impossible is what RESPEC finds engaging and fun. Our 100% employee-owned company is trusted by our clients to provide innovative, holistic, and clear solutions because they know we see things from a different perspective.

At RESPEC, our company culture is defined by our common core values. We describe our core values as a PACT that exists between our co-workers, families, client partners, and communities. Our PACT represents mutual Passion, Accountability, Caring, and Teamwork, which manifests in every interaction we undertake. With genuine dedication, we strive to be the best at everything we do while remaining true to our values.

RESPEC, a nationally recognized engineering consulting firm, announces an internship opening in our Water & Natural Resources Division in the Sarasota, Florida, office. The firm specializes in the application of technology to solve problems. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of experienced engineering staff. This position involves work tasks that support planning, design, and construction of various water resource engineering projects, and general site-civil development. Interdisciplinary work with hydrogeological science staff is also anticipated.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Hydrologic/hydraulic analyses
  • Calculations, and design
  • Preparation of reports, figures, and technical documents
  • Computer-aided design/drafting (AutoCAD)
  • GIS analysis
  • Field work and construction oversight
  • Client meetings and interaction.

Qualifications: 

  • Must be working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering
  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s license and be capable of field work
  • Strong computer skills, especially in using spreadsheets
  • Experience or coursework with surface water modeling (e.g. HSPF, HEC-HMS, ICPR, etc.) and computer programming is desired but not necessary.

Work Schedule: Temporary full-time position, 40 hours per week, during the summer 2024 break.

Compensation: Hourly wage depends on education and experience, plus statutory insurance requirements.

Interviews: Interviews will be by appointment only.