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Engineering Intern

companyVeolia North America
locationRichmond, VA, USA
PublishedPublished: 10/14/2024
Full Time
Company Description

Part of Veolia Group, Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions brings together experienced professionals in pursuit of the same goal: to solve the toughest water, wastewater and process challenges around the globe. We're always looking for passionate and creative people to help us in this mission!

Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? One with advancement opportunities? Do you have a passion to help others?

If you answered YES to any of the above, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you! We want YOU to join our growing team and partner with other exceptional team members dedicated to providing a level of services unique to the industry.

Veolia is seeking thoughtful, dedicated professionals to join our ever growing team as we deliver leading water treatment solutions for clients across municipal and industrial markets, in locations on six continents. Finding solutions to the world's biggest water use and reuse problems has never been more important than it is right now.

Working at Veolia means helping people. Our careers have purpose and are vital to everyday quality of life. Veolia's mission is to resource the world and we hope you will join us!

Title: Summer Intern

Location: Richmond, VA

Schedule: 5 days a week (M-F)

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.


At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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