Intern

Overview

Bergmann, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, is currently seeking engineering interns to work in our Water group in  Buffalo, NY! Our Water Discipline is growing, and we have exciting projects to engage motivated engineers who enjoy working on a variety of projects on or near the water. We have openings for interns with an interest and background in the following concentrations – structural, hydraulics and hydrology, civil, geotechnical, and dam safety. Our projects are unique designs and provide a diverse array of interesting work to keep our staff challenged and engaged. Our upcoming project portfolio includes jobs on some of the largest infrastructure projects in the country.

Our team of professionals regards you as a strategic partner. We give our interns real work and mentoring to give you technical experience as well as an understanding of what it is like to work in an engineering office. Join our Water team and build your career alongside the best our industry has to offer. Whether designing a new water control structure, upgrading a hydropower dam, or assessing the safety of a dam or levee, joining the Colliers Engineering & Design Team will accelerate YOUR success!

Responsibilities

• Our interns will assist technical staff on day-to-day projects in their respective disciplines.
• Our work consists of a wide variety of projects in and near the water such as levees, dams, locks, mooring structures, canals, hydroelectric power facilities and similar project types.
• Depending on interest and experience, work could include:
• Hydraulic modeling
• Structural analysis
• Geotechnical engineering
• Field work like dam and levee inspections
• Something different every day!
• Our internships are unique in that they are work-centered, meaning you are working on real, billable client work right away.
• This is a great way to gain real life experience in consulting.
• In addition to the work-centered program, we also offer robust internship programming, which includes opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop valuable communication skills and networking connections.

Qualifications

• All applicants should be eligible to work in the US, attend a university or college physically located in the United States, be highly motivated, and have great communication skills
• Senior standing (going into Senior year) 
• Ability to think outside the box and strong desire to learn
• Interest in project work in or near the water.
• Desire to learn from other experts as well as from self-study
• CAD skills are a plus
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Desire to work collaboratively in a team environment

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!