Student Civil Water Resources Intern - RE/SPEC Inc.

RESPEC seeks a student civil engineering intern for our summer 2025 program located in our Helena or Bozeman, MT locations.

Founded in 1969, RESPEC is a global, 100 percent employee-owned consulting and services company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges for private and public clients. Operating in 14 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, with influence extending to 50 countries worldwide, RESPEC is a leader in water, mining, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure services. Our six market sectors—Mining & Energy, Water, Facilities, Transportation, Development Services, and Data & Technology—reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence. At RESPEC, we thrive on collaboration and partnership, applying advanced technology to achieve sustainable solutions and drive our projects forward. We are deeply invested in our employees’ success and well-being, fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where everyone can grow and contribute meaningfully. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our contributions to local communities and strategic alliances worldwide, ensuring that we continue to inspire and innovate in rapidly evolving technical environments.

The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of experienced engineering staff. This position involves work tasks that support planning, design, and construction of various water resource engineering projects, and general site-civil development. Interdisciplinary work with environmental science staff is also anticipated. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Hydrologic/hydraulic analyses
• Calculations and design
• Preparation of reports, figures, and technical documents
• Computer-aided design/drafting (AutoCAD) and GIS analysis
• Field work and construction oversight; and client meetings/ interaction.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Must be working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in civil or water resources engineering. If you are a junior or senior level student or recent graduate (within 1 year) you are encouraged to apply
• Knowledge/experience in AutoCAD (or similar software) and/or GIS
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Strong problem-solving and math skills
• Applicants should be motivated, ambitious, and willing to perform a broad variety of tasks.

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Typical salary range for this position is $20 to $25 per hour.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.