2027 Water/Wastewater Engineering Intern - Southern California

We are looking for ambitious achievers to join our 2027 Kickstart Internship Program in Irvine, CA!
Your work will support project teams providing solutions for water resources, water quality, wastewater and water treatment, and recycled water planning and implementation issues that our water environment, transportation, and industrial sector clients are facing. You will have opportunities to get involved in significant projects throughout the United States. These projects may involve field work, technical report preparation and calculations, pre-construction conditions documentation, design plans and specifications.

What we can offer you

Meaningful Projects and Work
Mentorship
Professional Development
Networking and Collaboration

A Day in the Life of an Intern:

Working on a variety of projects which allow you to apply skills and calculations that you have learned in school
Managing ongoing projects and communicating with other team members and clients
Attending and contributing to client meetings
Visiting project sites
Receiving mentorship and advising
Networking with employees and clients

Qualifications:

Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in:

Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Related Engineering field

Completion of a minimum of junior (third-year) standing in an accredited engineering program

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. This approach empowers our people to thrive, collaborate, and achieve their full potential.

Pay rate for this position is anticipated to be $21 to $26 per hour, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, geographic location, and performance.

Intern Benefits Summary: As a Kickstart intern, you’ll enjoy the benefits package designed to support you during your experience. You will receive $15 per month toward your cell phone costs. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in our 401(k) plan and accrue paid sick time throughout the program, ensuring that your well-being and future are always a priority.

#LI-hybrid