Water Resources Intern

Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.

Locations: Lititz, PA

Additional Locations: n/a

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 219155

LandStudies

LandStudies was founded in 1989 with the sole mission to preserve the environment by understanding and working with natural systems instead of artificially controlling them. Over the past 34 years, LandStudies has assessed over 200 square miles of watersheds, created over 60 acres of wetlands, restored over 13 miles of streams and floodplains, and planted over 700 acres of forested riparian buffers and over 100 acres of native meadows.

Today, LandStudies has established itself in the environmental community throughout the Mid-Atlantic with its niche, award winning ecological design and restoration services. The company's tight-knit team of expert engineers, landscape architects, and environmental scientists differentiates itself from other environmental firms with its ability to adapt to change efficiently with both passion and continuous innovation.

As a design/build company, we boast an ecological construction division comprised of experienced construction managers and labor crews who provide licensure, materials, personnel and skills necessary to produce quality naturalized landscapes. Our professional staff of 20 include: Engineers (PE), Fluvial Geomorphologists, Landscape Architects (RLA), Environmental and Wetland Scientists, Construction Managers and CAD/GIS Specialists.

Position Overview

LandStudies, a division of Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is looking for a highly motivated student in Engineering or a related science to fill a Water Resources Engineering internship position for the summer of 2026 in our Lititz, PA office. The qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate training/education in water resources related studies. This internship will provide the applicant with an opportunity to gain experience in all phases of stream and wetland restoration as well as stormwater management through tasks including site assessment, modeling, design, permitting, construction, monitoring and maintenance.

Education and/or Experience

• 3rd or 4th year student in Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field

• Proficient in Excel and Word

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey thoughts clearly and concisely

• Hydrologic/ Hydraulic modeling, storm water design and erosion & sediment control design will be strongly considered

• Knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, TR-55, TR-20 or HEC-RAS will also be considered, but will be taught as needed.

Employment Details

Intern position is for summer of 2026; start and end dates are flexible with candidate's schedule (typically May - August). Competitive hourly compensation will be offered. Typical work week hours are expected to be 35-45 hours per week.

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on exchanging ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there's a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected] .

Employment Type: Intern