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Water Engineering Internship - 2026

Mott Macdonald

The Role

Overview

Hands‑on water engineering internship supporting design, site work, and client projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • digital tools
  • design docs
  • engineering design
  • report analysis
  • site inspections

Tasks

-Leveraging digital tools and innovation -Refining technical designs and documentation -Designing engineering solutions -Analyzing reports and specifications -Conducting site inspections and monitoring -Joining project and client meetings -Exploring project and client management

Requirements

  • engineering degree
  • teamwork
  • creative
  • problem solving
  • communication
  • stakeholder relations

What You Bring

-Demonstrated interest in your chosen field through previous internships, volunteering opportunities, or organization memberships -Collaborative spirit and commitment to teamwork -Creative thinking skills, with a methodical and pragmatic approach to problem solving -Proficient communication and presentation skills to engage confidently with clients and colleagues -Ability to build and maintain relationships and rapport with internal and external stakeholders -Progress towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field

Benefits

-June 15, 2026 – Internship Program Kick-off -Dedicated mentorship program -Best in class learning and development initiatives

The Company

About Mott Macdonald

-Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision. -Design of major infrastructure and transport systems. -Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities. -History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.

Sector Specialisms

Engineering

Architecture

Bridges

Building services

Building structures

Dams and reservoirs

Geotechnics

Industrialized design and construction

Transportation

Energy

Water

Buildings

Infrastructure

Systems engineering and assurance

Container terminal sector

Marine

Utilities

Heavy Civil

Commercial

Residential

Government

Interview Process

-application window opens: aug 29, 2025 -application window closes: nov 30, 2025 -interviews conducted: dec 1, 2025 – jan 31, 2026 -hiring decisions finalized: feb 1 – mar 31, 2026

Visa Sponsorship

-applicants must be authorized to work in the us; the company cannot provide sponsorship.