JobsCivil or Environmental (Water/Wastewater) Engineering Intern – Summer 2027
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Civil or Environmental (Water/Wastewater) Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

Jacobs

Location

Chicago, IL

Type

Internship

Posted

9/9/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate Internship
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

As a Civil or Environmental Engineering Intern at Jacobs, you will work in the Chicago office on various water projects. This role focuses on providing support to engineering teams while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion. You will gain exposure to project coordination and relevant engineering software, contributing to real-life challenges in water and wastewater treatment. This internship is an opportunity to develop your skills and pave the way for your future career.

Requirements

  • Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited program
  • Must be at least a rising Senior
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
  • Familiarity and interest in water/wastewater treatment processes and design
  • 3.0 GPA or higher is preferred
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS is a plus
  • Previous internship related to the field of study is advantageous
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management
  • Self-driven time management and organizational skills
  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Support engineering teams on critical water projects
  • Assist in project coordination and data collection
  • Utilize computer-assisted engineering software to aid project tasks
  • Contribute fresh ideas to foster a culture of innovation
  • Collaborate with professional engineers and designers

Benefits

  • Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.

H-1B filing history

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

Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

55

FY2026

Approval rate

98.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

32

FY2026

Entry-level share

18.8%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+57%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-80%

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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