HDR logo
HDR
Posted 25 days agoVerified live 2d ago

Water/Wastewater Intern (Summer 2027)

Brief overview

Des Moines, Iowa, USIn-person
UndergradOr in progress
351 H-1B approvalsDept. of Labor
78 green cardsCertified filings
Water and wastewater treatment designWater distribution designWastewater conveyance designDesign calculationsDrafting technical reportsProject site visitsShop drawing reviewResponding to RFIsWater and sewer studies

Visa sponsorship history

4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026

Data powered by U.S. Department of Labor. This does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
351H-1B approved
98%approval rate
134new H-1B hires
78PERM certified
$144,414median wage / yr
H-1B Petition ApprovalsVisas USCIS actually granted: the strongest sign the company sponsors.
202378
202498
2025145
202630
LCA Certified ApplicationsAn early filing step, not a visa approval: it signals intent, not confirmed sponsorship.
202323
202426
202517
202628
Green Card (PERM) FilingsCertified green card filings: a long-term commitment to international hires.
202322
202415
202535
20266
Top sponsored roles
Senior BI DeveloperSenior Network EngineerSenior EBS DeveloperEBS DeveloperEBS Assistant Development Manager
Sponsored employees from
IndiaChinaMalaysiaPortugalSouth Korea

Job description

%3Cp%3E%3Cspan%3EAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan%3EWatch Our Story:%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener%22%3E%3Cspan%3E%27 https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story%27%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan%3EEach and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3EWe believe water is more than a resource, it%27s a shared responsibility. As part of our Water%26nbsp;Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.%26nbsp; We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you%27re modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it%27s a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv class=%22ExternalClassFFE5E41A358C41C9A84B2F699DAB6EC7%22%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EIn the role of a Water/Wastewater Intern, we%27ll count on you to:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EGain real-world experience on exciting projects by applying standard Engineering techniques and procedures%26nbsp;that typically include water and wastewater treatment, water distribution and wastewater conveyance design%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EWork under the guidance and direct supervision of a senior-level Engineer to%26nbsp;assist with design calculations, drafting technical reports, preparing project drawings and specifications, project site visits, assist in administration of shop drawing review, respond to RFIs etc for projects under construction, water and sewer studies for federal, state, and local municipalities%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EConnect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals’ programs%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPerform other duties as needed%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred Qualifications%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPrefer 3+ years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EDemonstrated knowledge or familiarity of any of the following software packages related to field of study/industry including, but not limited to: AutoCAD Civil3D, Revit, Biowin, Visual Hydraulics, Sumo, AFT Fathom, ArcGIS, EPANet%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo7;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPreference will be given to local candidates%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/div%3E
Required Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
  • Attention to detail
  • Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Job Details Primary Location: United States-Iowa-Des Moines Industry: Water Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Temporary BusinessClass: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt Job Posting: Sep 9, 2026

More jobs like this