Local recruitment: Water Resources Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

AtkinsRéalis

Atlanta, GA, USA 🇺🇸

  • Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
  • Job Type: Part time
  • Ref: R‑144994

OVERVIEW

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Water Resources Engineering Intern to join our Atlanta, GA office.

YOUR ROLE

  • Assist with hydraulic and drainage design or any other assignments.
  • Assist with and develop plans and drawings, which may include the development of functional, preliminary, Right of Way and final design packages.
  • Assist with the preparation of construction cost estimates.
  • Conduct site visits and collect site information as needed.
  • Perform such other duties as the supervisor may require.

ABOUT YOU

  • EDUCATION: Must have completed 60 hours towards a civil engineering degree from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship (Summer 2026).
  • EXPERIENCE: No experience is generally required if accepted into an Associate’S or Bachelor’s degree program in a related technical field
  • SPECIAL SKILLS: Math skills to perform simple calculations; willingness to learn. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation (preferred). Experience with ArcGIS and OpenRoads is a plus.
  • PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS: None.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there’s no limit to how brilliant you can be. It’s time to join a like‑minded team where you’ll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

REWARD & BENEFITS

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

As an Intern, you will participate in Explore, our intern development initiative, and will enjoy a host of benefits including:

Competitive salary Hands‑on experience with industry leaders Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in‑person activities

As an entry‑level Full‑Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing:

  • Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
  • Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
  • Formal business and soft‑skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
  • Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
  • Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
  • Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short- and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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