Coastal Engineering Intern - Water (Summer 2026)

Description

• Plan, Analyze and Design Coastal Structures, Nature Based Solutions, Dredging, Beach and Marsh Nourishment Projects
• Construction oversight and administration duties including shop drawing review/approval, review of contractor surveys/progress reports, and execution of final certification(s) upon project completion.
• Help in the design and modeling of coastal structures such as seawalls, breakwaters, and living shorelines using software such as AutoCAD, SMS, Delft3D, XBeach, Mike21, SWAN, and Adcirc.
• Participate in field surveys and site inspections to collect data and monitor project sites.
• Participate in meetings and communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to provide project updates and gather feedback.
• Completing design calculations for the coastal engineering practice: including marine structures, rubble mound structures, geotechnical/foundation designs, hydrodynamics/fluid mechanics, beach nourishment, dredge/fill, and sediment disposal site designs.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, project documentation, and presentations for clients and stakeholders.
• Preparation of design plans and specifications for bidding and construction purposes.
• Construction Management for Coastal Projects
• Gather and analyze data related to coastal processes, including wave, tide, and wind data.
• Storm Risk Reduction Evaluation and Design
• Assisting in project administration including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, tracking project costs, and completing progress reports
• Design and Analysis of Shoreline Erosion Protection and Wetland Protection and Restoration
• Performing construction observations and assisting with field work, as needed

Requirements

• Fieldwork, such as reconnaissance, measurements, or construction inspection.
• Coastal Processes, Hydrodynamics and Morphology
• In progress toward earning a bachelor’s degree (minimum) in civil engineering, ocean engineering or related field
• Specific coursework or exposure to one or more of the following: Planning, design, construction of infrastructure, and construction management, coastal/environmental engineering
• Experience with numerical modeling tools for simulating circulation, waves, water quality, sediment transport, or mixing (SWAN, MIKE21, Delft3D, Adcirc, XBEACH) is preferred.
• Drafting and/or geospatial design (GIS and AutoCAD Civil3D) is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and take direction
• Proficiency Matlab or Python is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Critical thinking and strong problemsolving skills

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance