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Water Resources Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Jacobs

Location

Detroit, MI

Type

Internship

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per hour

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

Job description

The Water Resources Engineering Intern position at Jacobs focuses on providing and sustaining clean water resources in communities. Interns will work on large-scale projects, including green stormwater infrastructure and water and sewer projects. This role involves collaboration with regional water engineering staff and offers the chance to apply engineering and hydrology principles. Interns will gain hands-on experience in various tasks related to civil, water, wastewater, and environmental projects.

Requirements

  • Enrollment in a degree-seeking program in Civil, Environmental, Biosystems, or Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Previous intern experience with a consulting or engineering firm is preferred.
  • Relevant coursework or projects related to water resources engineering.
  • EIT or on track to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with engineering studies and computer modeling.
  • Support technical report writing and engineering design using CAD.
  • Perform hydraulic evaluations and cost estimation.
  • Utilize GIS and CAD software for project tasks.
  • Provide project management support and assist with document preparation.

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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