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Water Engineer Intern

Arcadis

Location

Richmond, VA, Hanover, MD

Type

Internship

Posted

9/8/2026

Compensation

$24.96 - $37.44 per hour

Undergraduate Internship
H-1B FY2026100% approval+19% YoY
✓ Established sponsor

Job description

The Water South Mid Atlantic team at Arcadis is seeking dedicated and creative candidates to address water-related challenges such as quality, scarcity, and management. This role involves collaborating with experienced water professionals to develop sustainable solutions and enhance technical capabilities. The position focuses on evaluating, planning, and designing projects related to water treatment and conveyance, while also supporting project management activities. The team aims to protect natural environments and water resources in the face of climate change and urbanization.

Requirements

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
  • Prior work or internship experience at a design or consulting engineering firm or municipal work environment is preferred.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and/or Revit is preferred.
  • EIT certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, plan, and design projects related to water, wastewater, and stormwater treatment and conveyance.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and mitigation planning for sustainability and resilience projects.
  • Perform site visits, water sampling, and analyze water quality.
  • Support project management activities and ensure compliance with Arcadis practices and quality standards.
  • Utilize data analytics for operational assessments and condition evaluations of water facilities.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and participate in client meetings.
  • Learn and manage databases, SQL server, and cloud-based computing services.
  • Use digital tools to enhance customer experience and project delivery.

Benefits

  • Employees at Arcadis are often offered a supportive, inclusive culture with internal mobility, extensive learning and development resources, and the flexibility to choose benefits that fit their needs (varying by country). Many roles also emphasize purpose and community—through sustainability initiatives, charitable programs like Shelter, and regular social and volunteer events—so people can grow their careers while making a positive impact.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Arcadis U S Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

31

FY2026

Approval rate

100.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

28

FY2026

Entry-level share

21.4%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+19%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-76%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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