Internship – Water Resources Engineer (Hybrid)

Description

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
• Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship.
• Education: Completion of at least one semester of upper-division engineering coursework.
• Education: Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering or a related engineering field.
• Interpersonal savvy: Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships.
• Software: Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software.
• Software: Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D or other CADD-based civil design software.
• Completed or enrolled in relevant engineering courses such as engineering hydrology, applied hydrology, water resource engineering, open channel hydraulics, etc.
• Experience: Previous engineering, field, or geotechnical experience.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients.
• GPA: GPA of 3.2/4.0.
• Technical: AutoCAD/Civil 3D drafting and design; hydrologic and hydraulic modeling; field observation and field data collection; surveying and construction observation.
• Driver’s license: Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Work environment: Be able to work in locations that have rough terrain typical of construction sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Travel expectation: Be willing to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs.

Benefits

• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
• Compensation: Anticipated range of $22.66–25.78/hour. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. This position is classified as non-exempt (hourly) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Hybrid: A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr’s Minneapolis, Minnesota office.
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Timeline: This internship opportunity runs for approximately three months starting in the spring of 2026. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate class schedules, finals, and holidays.
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance