Coastal Engineering Intern - Water; Summer
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Your Opportunity
Are you a highly motivated individual looking to kickstart your career in coastal engineering? Stantec is seeking a Coastal Intern to join our rapidly growing team based out of our Corpus Christi or Austin, Texas offices. As a leader in the coastal engineering industry, Stantec offers a wealth of expertise and a dynamic team environment. Our Coastal Engineering Team is at the forefront of a wide variety of coastal projects across the Gulf, making this an exciting time to join us.
At Stantec, we are committed to meeting our clients’ needs while fostering growth and development opportunities for our staff. As a team member, you will have the chance to contribute to multiple facets of coastal engineering and develop experience in at least one of the following areas:
Coastal Processes, Hydrodynamics and Morphology
Plan, Analyze and Design Coastal Structures, Nature Based Solutions, Dredging, Beach and Marsh Nourishment Projects
Design and Analysis of Shoreline Erosion Protection and Wetland Protection and Restoration
Boat Ramps, Piers, and Seawall Design
Coastal Management, Environmental Restoration, and Shoreline Enhancement
Storm Risk Reduction Evaluation and Design
Construction Management for Coastal Projects
Candidates should be highly motivated and dependable students who are taking or have taken civil/ocean engineering courses. This is a terrific opportunity for a college student to support several exciting local and national projects.
YourKey Responsibilities
Gather and analyze data related to coastal processes, including wave, tide, and wind data.
Help in the design and modeling of coastal structures such as seawalls, breakwaters, and living shorelines using software such as AutoCAD, SMS, Delft3D, XBeach, Mike
21, SWAN, and Adcirc.Participate in field surveys and site inspections to collect data and monitor project sites.
Assist in the preparation of technical reports, project documentation, and presentations for clients and stakeholders.
Participate in meetings and communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to provide project updates and gather feedback.
Assisting in project administration including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, tracking project costs, and completing progress reports
Performing construction observations and assisting with field work, as needed
Preparation of design plans and specifications for bidding and construction purposes.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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.
Experience with numerical modeling tools for simulating circulation, waves, water quality, sediment transport, or mixing (SWAN, MIKE
21, Delft3D, Adcirc, XBEACH) is preferred.Proficiency Matlab or Python is preferred.
Drafting and/or geospatial design (GIS and AutoCAD Civil3D) is preferred.
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.
Fieldwork, such as reconnaissance, measurements, or construction inspection.
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…
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