Civil or Environmental Engineering Intern

What we are looking for

SCS Engineers is looking for a summer 2027 intern for our Houston, TX office. This opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience in both technical engineering and business operations through a diverse range of client projects while giving you the chance to explore the beginnings of your own career path.

 

As an intern, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals on projects centered around civil engineering principals (i.e., site development, soil mechanics, fluid mechanics, etc.) with emphasis on solid waste facilities, including but not limited to, landfill liner, gas collection system, and drainage design, permitting, and construction; transfer station design and permitting; geotechnical analyses and subsurface investigations; site development; and sustainability projects. You will typically work 40 hours per week.

How you can make an impact

You will contribute to our projects by assisting SCS project teams with the following tasks:

• Report and calculation preparation
• CAD drafting
• Construction observation and documentation
• Environmental and construction materials sample collection
• Laboratory data management and review

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering required and graduating by June 2029 required. (Preference for those candidates graduating by June 2028).
• Must be willing to live in the ­­­­­Houston area for Summer 2027 (housing allowance will not be provided).
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing required.
• Ability to travel overnight for work outside of an office setting may be required.

Pay Range

USD $21.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.

Additional Information

*At this time, we only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship for our internship program. What You’ll Gain • Paid internship experience • Mentorship from seasoned engineers and scientists • Networking and development opportunities • Exposure to diverse engineering and science projects • A collaborative, employee-owned company culture Timeline • Internship runs from May/June to August/September 2027 • Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate academic schedules Learn more about our internship program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obufyvKOHII SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities — from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact — on the world and on your own growth. SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at [email protected].