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Intern - Engineering

Job ID REF58711W Date posted 05/04/2026 Location Virginia Category Administrative support

Intern - Engineering

Company Description

Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

   What your day might look like:

 

  • Provide technical support for activities involved in the sizing, specification, procurement, fabrication, installation and operation of specified project related equipment and designs including pumps, blowers, valves, tanks and instrumentation

  • Completion of engineering and hydraulic calculations as required under the guidance of an experienced Project Engineer

  • Back-checking of drawings (P&IDs, PFDs, Equipment and Facility Arrangements)

  • Validating that all engineering designs, bills of materials, drawings and technical data are completely and accurately documented and consistent by reviewing associated engineering documentation

  • Provide technical support to activities involved in the specification, procurement, fabrication, installation and operation of specified project related equipment and designs

  • Participate in project process and mechanical design review meetings

  • Assist with project issue resolution related to design, construction and start-up

  • Engage with the extended project team (Project Manager, Design Drafting, Electrical & Instrumentation, and Controls Engineers, Sourcing, QA/QC, Manufacturing, and Commissioning) and equipment suppliers as necessary to facilitate the design and execution of the project 

 

   Our Ideal Candidate

- Career driven individual/leader who seeks opportunity within an organization that can help you develop personally and professionally

- Provides customer service that is above and beyond needs and expectations

- Punctual and dependable

- Impeccable organization and time management

- Excellent with problem solving

- Clear, concise communication and presentation skills

- Adaptable to an ever changing environment

- Works well with a team and able to lead

- Takes pride in their appearance/uniform and what it stands for

   Bonus Skills

While on-the-job training will be provided, candidates may benefit from previous knowledge and exposure in the following areas:

  • Understanding of pumping and hydraulic forces.

  • Understanding of water chemistry.

 

   Requirements & Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science or Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related technical discipline.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail

  • Ability to communicate effectively and contribute to team and department projects.

  • Comfortable with a fast-paced work environment.

  • Good technical writing and oral communication skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with co-workers.

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger
communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder
and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we
also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
  • Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement


Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this
posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable
law.


****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not
sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****


VWTS does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a
current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and
candidate profiles will be deemed the property of VWTS, and no fee will be due.

 

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.