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MSA Professional Services
Water Engineering Intern (2027)
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What they do
A Water or Wastewater Engineer specializes in the treatment and management of contaminated water. Designs sewage systems and water treatment plants.
$99,049 / year median in Illinois
+9% projected growth
Job Description
at MSA Professional Services in Champaign, Illinois, United States Job Description Responsibilities The work you may do Assist in the preparation of technical reports, data analysis, and data evaluation Assist with CAD work or project estimates Assist with construction submittal review and construction administration Construction observation of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects Construction staking for municipal infrastructure projects Preparation of permits for municipal wastewater treatment projects Qualifications What you bring Skills & Knowledge /
Education & Experience:
Pursuing a Bachelor's degree (or related) in Civil or Environmental Engineering required A valid driver's license required Previous related engineering intern or co-op experience preferred Prior experience in the wastewater field preferred Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel required Revit, Civil 3D or Auto CAD coursework and/or experience would be a plus A desire to learn more about municipal wastewater projects This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position. Benefits The pay for this position ranges from $22 to $26 per hour, commensurate with experience. Higher compensation within this range will be paid to candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications. Why MSA? We're glad you asked! Better Together- A collaborative work environment that promotes open doors, new ideas and honest opinions. Multi-disciplinary Opportunities
- As multi-talented people in a multi-disciplinary firm, we encourage everyone to follow their interests, seek new experiences and apply their skills where they feel most impactful. We've Got Your Back
- Support when you need it, independence when you don't. We're 400+ team members strong, operating as one cohesive MSA. Passion & Purpose
- We're passionate about what we do and proud of it! Join us to share inspirations, "geek out" and think big. Pay & Perks
- We offer competitive industry pay and a variety of perks — just a few of the things that make us uniquely MSA. Communities of Practice
- Our CoPs are our company think tanks and idea generators, the perfect means to regularly share, collaborate and learn together. Work-Life Integration
- Life doesn't stop when the work day begins. MSA supports our employees as professionals, parents, citizens and friends — with the understanding and flexibility to meet your obligations and balance your time. Commitment to Learning
- We support the professional aspirations of our employees with ongoing training options, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and the technology to keep us connected, creative and competitive. Community Engagement
- We give back to the communities in which we live, work and play. MSA employee owners are volunteers, educators, STEM outreach participants and event attendees, supported by dedicated corporate sponsorship and donations initiatives. There's more! Eligible employees will also enjoy the following benefits: Quality Insurance Options
- Medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse or domestic partner, and eligible dependents Paid Time Off
- All full-time employees will receive, at minimum, 17 days (that's 3+ weeks!) of paid time off in the first year alone. Paid Holidays
- MSA offers time off pay for 8 holidays in every calendar year. Paid Parental Leave
- Both parents will receive 2 weeks of paid time off, and birth parents are eligible for additional paid time off under MSA's Short Term Paid Leave. The paid 2 weeks of time also applies to adoption and foster care placement. Supplemental Insurance
- MSA pays 100% for all employees to have life insurance, long-term disability insurance and short-term disability insurance. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- MSA is an ESOP S-Corporation, which means that our company is 100% owned by us! Through the ESOP, eligible employees receive MSA stock in the form of company shares as a percentage of compensation, at no cost to the employee. 401k Retirement Savings Plan
- Employees can also choose to participate in a 401k plan, with a generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested. Short Term Incentive (STIP)
- This program rewards employees who meet performance goals with a one-time annual STIP payment as a percentage of their eligible compensation — recognition of individual accomplishments and achieving organizational goals.